Achieving your Diploma in Teaching (FE & Skills)

Achieving your Diploma in Teaching (FE & Skills)
Author: Ann Gravells
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2024-08-03
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1529695686

If you are training to be a professional teacher in the further education and skills sector, this book is your starting point. The content is applicable to anyone training to be a teacher, or refreshing their current skills and knowledge. The book takes you through everything you need to know to become a successful teacher. Interactive activities are included throughout, along with real examples of teaching in practice and examples of teaching templates. For anyone working towards the Diploma in Teaching qualification or the Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship, or the CertEd/PGCE(PCET) Written in an accessible language, easy to read, up to date and relevant Includes guidance on how to put theory into practice Cross-referenced to the Occupational Standards for the FE sector Follows the bestselling style and layout of books by Ann Gravells This is a comprehensive text covering teaching, learning, assessing, using technology and professional practice.

Achieving your Diploma in Education and Training

Achieving your Diploma in Education and Training
Author: Jim Gould
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2018-01-08
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1526447835

This book supports the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training for anyone training to teach in the further education and skills sector. Full of informed practical guidance and supported by meaningful links to theory and educational research, it covers all mandatory units included in the diploma and has been carefully designed to be your indispensable guide to successfully achieving the qualification. Thought-provoking activities in every chapter highlight key points and show how you can apply them in practice allowing you to enhance your teaching skills. This book clearly communicates what underpins high-quality teaching and empowers you to succeed as a teacher of learners in the further education and skills sector. New to this edition: · Reflective activities in every chapter encouraging you to engage critically with key concepts · New coverage of employability offering pragmatic guidance for succeeding in the workplace · Content updated to reflect current policy directions within the sector · Links to further reading throughout highlighting key literature on each major topic

Achieving your Diploma in Education and Training

Achieving your Diploma in Education and Training
Author: Jim Gould
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 637
Release: 2014-04-10
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1473905192

This textbook supports the new Level 5 Diploma in Education Training qualification for those training to teach in the further education and skills sector. Full of informed practical guidance to help you to develop your teaching skills and supported by meaningful links to theory, it covers all mandatory units included in the Diploma and has been carefully designed to be your essential guide to successfully achieving the qualification. Thought-provoking activities throughout every chapter draw out key points and allow you to directly apply them to your own practice. This book clearly communicates what is required for high-quality teaching and empowers you to succeed in the FE classroom and beyond. Chapter topics include: The role and professional responsibilities of teachers Planning and assessing learning Strategies for effective teaching Managing learners in the classroom Career development in education and training.

Wider Professional Practice in Education and Training

Wider Professional Practice in Education and Training
Author: Sasha Pleasance
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2016-05-10
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1473981204

Developing an understanding of professional practice is essential for anyone training to teach in the further education and skills sector. This go-to guide will give you a clear understanding of the major topics covered in the mandatory Wider Professional Practice and Development unit of the Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, and more broadly explores the value of professionalism to all aspects of further education. Key coverage includes: · Understanding learners and attitudes to learning · How to do action research · Professional observation and development · Making sense of education policy · Teacher expectations · Challenges to equality and diversity · The inclusive curriculum These topics are discussed within a wider political and socio-economic context, and are supported by insightful case studies and activities. This is essential for anyone studying the Diploma in Education and Training, and recommended reading for related courses in the further education and skills sector.

Doing Research in Further Education and Training

Doing Research in Further Education and Training
Author: Susan Wallace
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2013-05-13
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1446281752

A guide to researching teaching for all trainee teachers in the lifelong learning sector. Supports trainees through their training and into their profession.

Achieving Your Award in Education and Training

Achieving Your Award in Education and Training
Author: Mary Francis
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2014-08-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1473907462

Previously known as Achieving Your PTLLS Award, this third edition of the popular book comprehensively covers the new requirements for the new Level 3 Award in Education and Training for anyone training to teach in the Further Education and Skills sector or broader workplace and adult learning settings. This updated third edition includes: Clear guidance on responsibilities and requirements for working in the Further Education and Skills sector How to motivate and communicate with learners through engaging teaching Pragmatic advice on planning and assessing learning Enhanced discussion of working with others, safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance requirements More case studies and activities that demonstrate how to link good practice to the classroom Previously known as Achieving Your PTLLS Award, this third edition of the popular book comprehensively covers the new requirements for the new level 3 Award in Education and Training for anyone training to teach in the Further Education and Skills sector or broader workplace and adult learning settings. This updated third edition includes: • Clear guidance on responsibilities and requirements for working in the Further Education and Skills sector • How to motivate and communicate with learners through engaging teaching • Pragmatic advice on planning and assessing learning • Enhanced discussion of working with others, safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance requirements More case studies and activities that demonstrate how to link good practice to the classroom

Communication Skills for your Education Degree

Communication Skills for your Education Degree
Author: Jane Bottomley
Publisher: Critical Publishing
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2019-09-16
Genre: Study Aids
ISBN: 1912508648

Communication Skills for your Education Degree will help you to: improve your oral and written communication skills in a range of academic and educational settings improve your public speaking, including academic presentations improve your practical writing and speaking skills If you are embarking on a university education or teaching degree, the books in this series will help you acquire and develop the knowledge, skills and strategies you need to achieve your goals. Tasks and activities are designed to foster aspects of learning which are valued in higher education, including learner autonomy and critical thinking, and to guide you towards reflective practice in your study and work life.

Principles and Practices of Teaching and Training

Principles and Practices of Teaching and Training
Author: Ann Gravells
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 673
Release: 2017-10-02
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1526417405

Written by bestselling author Ann Gravells, this is the complete go-to guide for anyone wanting to be (or working as) a teacher or trainer in the further education and skills sector, in the UK and beyond. It has all the information you need to work towards a qualification such as the Award, Certificate or Diploma in Education and Training. It is also relevant to anyone taking a Train the Trainer course, or an international teaching qualification. The book takes you through all the information you need to know, opening up the topic for learning in an easily accessible way. Interactive activities are included throughout, along with real examples of teaching and training in practice. The book also includes examples of completed teaching documents. This is a comprehensive text, covering: The role of a teacher/trainer Factors contributing to learning Planning and facilitating learning for groups and individuals Using technology and resources to support learning Assessing learning Quality assurance Evaluation, reflection, and continuing professional development (CPD) Preparing for a micro-teach session and teaching/observed practice

The Award in Education and Training

The Award in Education and Training
Author: Ann Gravells
Publisher: Learning Matters
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2014-08-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 147391292X

The Award in Education and Training is the threshold qualification for anyone wanting to teach in a wide range of contexts including the further education and skills sector, workplace learning, offender learning and adult and community settings. This user-friendly text is your guide to all the units of the Award and is a key text for the course. Structured around the teaching, learning and assessment cycle, it includes full coverage of all units as well as information relevant to the Learning and Development units. Examples, activities and checklists help link theory to practice. The text is written for all learners and all awarding organisations. This revised edition is updated for the new qualification requirements and the Professional Standards for Teachers and Trainers. • A key text for the new Award in Education and Training. • Contents specifically follow the teaching, learning and assessment cycle, and match the qualification requirements. • Readable, relevant and easy to understand. • Provides valuable support for prospective teachers and trainers with little or no previous experience. • An excellent foundation for those considering or progressing to further teaching qualifications.

The Professional Teacher in Further Education

The Professional Teacher in Further Education
Author: Keith Appleyard
Publisher: Critical Publishing
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2014-04-08
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1909682047

This essential text provides an accessible and up to date critical analysis of professionalism for student teachers and practitioners within the Further Education (FE) sector. Professional values, knowledge, understanding and skills form the core of the standards against which teachers are measured and the framework for the teacher’s development, starting with initial qualifications and progressing through a career long process of continual professional development (CPD). The book introduces a range of theoretical models and examples of professionalism. It examines the critical importance of self-awareness and understanding of others as the basis for effective professional relationships with learners. The application of professional values, knowledge and skills, both in the teaching role and in the wider academic community, is discussed. Throughout the reader is encouraged to relate the theories to their own professional values and practice and to reflect on their own levels of professionalism and CPD requirements.