Achieving QTLS
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Assessment theory and practice forms an integral part of the knowledge and understanding required to achieve QTLS, and this book functions as a practical study aid and friendly introduction to this broad and complex subject area. It includes research summaries, case studies drawn from across the curriculum, and activities...Read more
Assessment theory and practice forms an integral part of the knowledge and understanding required to achieve QTLS, and this book functions as a practical study aid and friendly introduction to this broad and complex subject area. It includes research summaries, case studies drawn from across the curriculum, and activities to encourage trainees to reflect on and develop their own views on assessment practice.
Minimum Core for Numeracy: Knowledge, Understanding and Personal Skills
by Sheine Peart
Published 1 January 2009
The teacher training framework, introduced in September 2007, requires all teachers in the post-16 sector to possess knowledge, understanding and personal skills to at least level 2 in the minimum core for numeracy. Coverage and assessment of the core have to be embedded in all Certificate and Diploma courses...Read more
The teacher training framework, introduced in September 2007, requires all teachers in the post-16 sector to possess knowledge, understanding and personal skills to at least level 2 in the minimum core for numeracy. Coverage and assessment of the core have to be embedded in all Certificate and Diploma courses leading to QTLS and ATLS status.
This book is a practical guide to numeracy for trainee teachers in the Lifelong Learning sector. It enables trainee teachers to identify and develop their own numeracy skills and also to support their students' numeracy.
Teaching 14-19 Learners in the Lifelong Learning Sector
by Sheine Peart and Liz Atkins
Published 14 January 2011
More and more, teachers in the lifelong learning sector are required to teach the 14-19 age group. This book is a practical guide to delivering learning to 14-19s. It begins by looking at the background to teaching 14-19 in FE and covers current pathways for achievement. Coverage of effective...Read more
More and more, teachers in the lifelong learning sector are required to teach the 14-19 age group. This book is a practical guide to delivering learning to 14-19s. It begins by looking at the background to teaching 14-19 in FE and covers current pathways for achievement. Coverage of effective delivery of the new Diploma qualification is included, giving guidance on planning and assessment. It goes on to explore the challenges of behaviour, participation and re-engaging disaffected learners. Finally, it considers the wider context of building partnerships with schools and the needs of industry and employers.
Teaching Higher Education Courses in Further Education Colleges
by Jonathan Tummons, Kevin Orr, and Liz Atkins
Published 18 September 2013
As the number of higher education (HE) courses offered in further education (FE) settings increases, so does the need for teachers and trainee teachers to develop their teaching skills. This text is written for all teachers and trainee teachers in FE. It considers what it means to teach HE...Read more
As the number of higher education (HE) courses offered in further education (FE) settings increases, so does the need for teachers and trainee teachers to develop their teaching skills. This text is written for all teachers and trainee teachers in FE. It considers what it means to teach HE in FE and how an HE environment can be created in an FE setting.
The text covers day-to-day aspects of teaching including planning and assessment, giving guidance on the unique needs of HE students. Chapters on research and quality assurance support the reader in developing some advanced teaching skills. This is a practical guide for FE teachers and trainee teachers as the sector adapts to the needs of education today.
The text covers day-to-day aspects of teaching including planning and assessment, giving guidance on the unique needs of HE students. Chapters on research and quality assurance support the reader in developing some advanced teaching skills. This is a practical guide for FE teachers and trainee teachers as the sector adapts to the needs of education today.
Inclusive Practice in the Lifelong Learning Sector
by Jonathan Tummons and Sharon Powell
Published 6 June 2011
Inclusive practice is a crucial component of professional practice in the Lifelong Learning Sector. This accessible text includes comprehensive coverage of key areas and explores what inclusive practice means for teachers and learners in the sector. The book begins by examining definitions of inclusion and goes on to cover...Read more
Inclusive practice is a crucial component of professional practice in the Lifelong Learning Sector. This accessible text includes comprehensive coverage of key areas and explores what inclusive practice means for teachers and learners in the sector. The book begins by examining definitions of inclusion and goes on to cover specific educational needs. Chapters covering the learning environment, college-level planning and teaching and learning practices offer the reader practical advice on how to anticipate the diverse needs of their learners. Guidance on inclusive planning and assessment is given alongside detailed coverage of the legislation surrounding inclusion.
This text has been written in response to the development of national standards for teachers and trainers in Further Education by FENTO (Further Education National Training organisation). Assessment theory and practice is an integral part of all the FENTO-endorsed qualifications, and this book functions as a practical study aid...Read more
This text has been written in response to the development of national standards for teachers and trainers in Further Education by FENTO (Further Education National Training organisation). Assessment theory and practice is an integral part of all the FENTO-endorsed qualifications, and this book functions as a practical study aid and friendly introduction to a broad and complex subject. It includes research summaries, case studies drawn from across the FE curriculum, and activities to encourage trainees to reflect on and develop their own views on assessment practice.