“Blended Learning Initiative” Award

“Blended Learning Initiative” Award

NZATD has introduced this award, in association with the NZATD Education Trust, to recognise excellence in the design and implementation of blended learning solutions. The key focus of the award is to find examples of best practice, where the learning programme is aptly suited to the environment in which is delivered in and is an integral part of meeting organisational outcomes.

Application Criteria

The winning entry will:

  • Include at least three learning interventions such as (but not limited to) eLearning, face-to-face, OTJ, informal/social learning, coaching, games, support resources (QRGs) and/or forums/blogs
  • Show that accessibility has been built into the design from the beginning
  • Demonstrate application of the NZATD Competency Framework, Core Competencies (Adult Learning Principles and Learning and Development Practice)
  • Demonstrate high skills in the application of at least two NZATD Competency Framework Specialist Competencies (Instructional Design, Assessment, On-the-Job Training, Evaluation, eLearning, Facilitation, Informal/Social Learning)

Information to Help you Apply

NZATD Competency Framework
Preparing a Successful Application

Apply for this Award

IMPORTANT – Please read before you apply using our online form.

  1. Review the application criteria (listed above)
  2. In a word document, prepare your application by answering the questions below and prepare any supporting documents.
    (Please be aware that the online entry form cannot be saved. You will need to complete it in one sitting which is why we suggest you prepare your answer before clicking the link below.)
  3. Apply online here

Award Application Questions:

  1. Contact Name
  2. Name of organisation
  3. Contact Email
  4. Preferred phone number
  5. Alternative phone number
  6. Who was involved in the design and development of this initiative?
  7. Describe the initiative including the business need
  8. Which learning interventions did you choose e.g. eLearning, face-to-face, OTJ, informal/social learning, coaching, games, support resources (QRGs), forums/blogs or other. (Include at least three.)
  9. Review the TWO NZATD Competency Framework Core Competencies of ‘Adult Learning Principles’ and ‘Learning and Development Practice’. Describe how you applied the competency criteria for each one for this initiative.
  10. Choose TWO NZATD Competency Framework Specialist Competencies (instructional design, assessment, on-the-job training, evaluation, eLearning, facilitation, informal/social learning). Describe how you applied the competency criteria for each one for this initiative.
  11. How did you measure the success of this initiative and what was the outcome?
  12. Please provide a 150-word summary of your entry to be read out should you win.
  13. You may upload up to 3 supporting documents below or else provide links to a maximum of 3 supporting documents in the space below. (Please supply passwords if required.)
  14. Please provide details of three (3) referees who can vouch for your entry. Include names, contact details, and how they have been involved and/or why they are qualified to comment.
  15. Is there anything else you would like to tell us to support this entry?