ABSTRACT

This text takes a pragmatic approach to training to teach in the lifelong learning sector, relating theory to real practice through a wealth of cases, illustrations and interactive tasks.

 

Whether at the beginning of training or already qualified, this book offers everything needed to acheive Qualified to Teach: Learning and Skills (QTLS).

 

chapter 1|13 pages

The context for change

New professional standards for teachers in the learning and skills sector

chapter 2|10 pages

Professional values

A focus on entitlement, equality and inclusiveness

chapter 3|21 pages

Professional practice

Creating effective and stimulating opportunities for learning

chapter 4|16 pages

Professional skills

Planning learning programmes to meet the needs and expectations of learners

chapter 5|16 pages

Theory and practice

Secure knowledge and understanding of what it means to teach

chapter 6|19 pages

The new technologies for teaching

Using ILT as an enhancement to learning

chapter 7|19 pages

The curriculum contextualised

Secure knowledge and understanding of the subject and curriculum

chapter 8|20 pages

Skills for the twenty-first century

Using the learner's experience as a foundation for their learning

chapter 9|21 pages

Assessment

Using feedback as a tool for learning and progression

chapter 10|26 pages

Helping learners to achieve their full 10 potential

Providing effective support to learners

chapter 11|11 pages

Enhancing learner behaviour

Establishing and maintaining an effective learning environment

chapter 12|10 pages

Continuing professional development

Developing by participating in formal and informal professional activities