Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Fifth Edition

Ann Gravells

Series:
Further Education and Skills

Other Titles in:
Adult Education & Life-long Learning | Higher Education | Lifelong Learning Sector (Teacher Training)

July 2012 | 176 pages | Learning Matters

This book is a guide to the PTLLS Award (which has been replaced with the Award in Education and Training) and is a comprehensive introduction to teaching in a variety of settings. This includes further education, adult and community learning, work-based learning, the forces and offender learning and skills. It is easy to read with plenty of practical activities and examples throughout and the content is fully linked to the Teacher Training Standards.
Please note: This book has since been updated to reflect the new title of the qualification: The Award in Education and Training.The qualification unit content contained in the appendices has since changed, and some legislation mentioned in the book has been updated.

Introduction

The Structure of the Book and How to Use It

The PTLLS Award

Qualifications and Credit Framework

Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Lifelong Learning Professional Teaching Standards

The Institute of Learning

Chapter 1: Teaching and learning

Roles and Responsibilities of a Teacher

Boundaries of Teaching

Record Keeping

Legislation and Codes of Practice

Chapter 2: Theories of Learning

The Teaching and Learning Environment

Learning Styles

Key Theories of Learning

Motivation

Chapter 3: Identifying Needs

Identifying Needs of the Organisation, Teachers and Students

Initial and Diagnostic Assessment

Potential Needs of Students and Points of Referral

Equality and Diversity

Inclusive Learning

Chapter 4: Planning and Learning

Schemes of Work and Session Plans

Differentiation

Resources

Literacy, Language and Numeracy

Information and Communcation Technology

Chapter 5: Facilitating Learning

Induction, Icebreakers and Ground Rules

Teaching and Learning Approaches

Communication, Behaviour and Respect

Working with Groups and Individuals

Safeguarding and Every Child Matters

Chapter 6: Assessing Learning

Planning for Assessment

Assessment Types

Assessment Methods

Making Decisions and Giving Feedback

Assessment Records

Chapter 7: Quality Assurance and Evaluation

Quality Assurance

Evaluation

Self-Reflection and Learning Journals

Continuing professional development

Progression

Chapter 8: Micro-Teaching

Planning

Preparing

Delivering

Evaluating

Appendices

Index

All learners receive a copy of this book to use alongside the course.

Mrs Jane Boothman

Education , Filton College

November 7, 2012

Report this review

I gave this book to one of our students currently ona PTLLS course and asked for their feedback. They found the book extremley helpful and helped support the Tutor led course. As a result we would recommend this book to students about to start the PTLLS course.

Mr Anthony Goddard

Adult education, Tameside College

October 28, 2012

Report this review

Clearly sets out all the essential "how-to's" for PTTLS students.

Ms Clare Jolly

Childrens services, Spurgeons

October 27, 2012

Report this review

Spot on text clear and concise. The students understand the language and the feedback from them has been really positive.

Ms Gerri Capper

Access to Higher Education, Warrington Collegiate Institute

October 25, 2012

Report this review

Essential information and guidance to supplement course teaching for students new to the teaching profession and the new PTLLS 6302. Ann Gravells continues to impress.

Mr Derrick Walker

Faculty of Education, Doncaster University Centre

September 13, 2012

Report this review

This is an excellent book for guiding those who are new to the sector.

Mrs Angela Hughes

Initial Teacher Training, Gloucestershire College of Arts and Technology

September 13, 2012

Report this review

Very insightful text

Dr Shepard Masocha

School of Social Policy, Sociology & Social Research, University of Kent