Learning Activities
The Framework follows the 70:20:10 model for adult learners.
70% of learning is through learning activities in the workplace. Such as shadowing someone with more experience.
20% of learning is through relationship-based activities. Such as networking.
10% of learning is through formal or structured learning activities. Such as online modules or training sessions. This gives councillors different options to learn through different activities.
Councillors have access to various learning activities. Councils, the Local Government Association of Tasmania and the Office of Local Government provide activities. Other education providers can also provide activities
Each councillor’s progress is measured through a Councillor Capability Review and Development Plan.
Work-based learning activities
The Framework supports councillors through work-based learning such as on the job learning within their council. Councillors may be able to access other work-based opportunities such as:
- Shadowing
- Workshops
- Council teamwork activities
- Self-directed learning
Relationship-based learning activities
The Framework offers councillors opportunities to learn and connect through relationships. Activities may include:
- Communities of practice
- Networking events
- Mentoring
- Feedback
- Team building and group exercises
- Community building
- Engaging in social media
Formal learning activities
Councillors have access to online learning modules. These cover a range of subjects:
- What it means to be a councillor and encouraging nomination
- Getting elected – information about the electoral process
- Role and responsibilities of councillors
- Essential knowledge and skills for councillors
- Foundations of good governance
- Good governance
Other types of formal learning include:
- Face to face education sessions or courses
- Coaching
- Conferences
Online learning modules are available to people who want to nominate as a candidate. This could be in a council election or a by-election. The modules have information about what it means to be a councillor. They also provide information about how to get elected and represent the community.
The topics of the modules include:
- What it means to be a councillor and encouraging nomination
- Getting elected – information about the electoral process
- Role and responsibilities of councillors
- Essential knowledge and skills for councillors
To do the online learning modules contact us.
People working in local government can learn about the role of councillor. They have access to the online modules that councillors also do. The modules cover a range of subjects:
- What it means to be a councillor and encouraging nomination
- Getting elected – information about the electoral process
- Role and responsibilities of councillors
- Essential knowledge and skills for councillors
- Foundations of good governance
- Good governance:
To do the online learning modules contact us
Community members have access to some of the online learning modules. These will help the community to understand the role and responsibilities of councillors.
The module topics include:
- What it means to be a councillor and encouraging nomination
- Getting elected – information about the electoral process
- Role and responsibilities of councillors
- Essential knowledge and skills for councillors
- Foundations of good governance
To do the online learning modules contact us.
