Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Susan Simpson author Ann Gravells author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Sage Publications Ltd
Published:20th Apr '12
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- Hardback£133.00(9780857258496)

This is a valuable guide for new/existing teachers or those taking the unit as part of a qualification. Examples, activities and checklists within the book help you to link theory to practice. The book could also be used when providing in-service professional development to staff.
It is a comprehensive text, covering:
*the Equality Act 2010; advancing equality and valuing diversity;
*demonstrating appropriate behaviour;
*helping and supporting others;
*reviewing your own contribution to equality and diversity;
*relevant legislation.
Please note: the qualification unit content contained in the appendices has since changed, and some legislation mentioned in the book has been updated.
Gravells and Simpson go into great detail of how to incorporate innovative practices into everyday learning. As a higher education administrator, the activities and examples integrated throughout the text provided for great areas of reflection and analytical problem solving. -- Meghan Ward * NACADA *
This book is an excellent introductory text for those engaged in the lifelong learning sector. It takes the reader on a journey of understanding the relevance and appropriateness of equality and diversity both for the practitioner and the students involved. -- Anne O’Grady
Excellent book that supports a number of programmes and background research for many learners and staff -- Audrey Fairgrieve * drupal *
Once again Ann Gravells has produced a current and essential textbook for those engaged in teacher training or aiming to improve their application of and promotion of equality and Diversity within their practice. Really accessible, clear legislation links and examples, excellent! -- Miss Catherine Farnon * drupal *
a very essential read for anyone dealing with all groups and sectors.clear advice again from Ann Gravells -- Miss Deborah Young * drupal *
Very well written and laid out book. Easy to follow for my students. Very helpful and relevant examples- recommend as a study aid and could help tutors plan activities for understanding -- Miss Julia Chiari * drupal *
A thought provoking text that offers practical exercises in examining Equality and Diversity aspects. -- Miss Kate Mc Auliffe * drupal *
This book is a must have as it helps you with the unit you have to complete towards your teaching training qualification. Reader friendly. -- Miss Kerry Simm * drupal *
A throught-provoking and accessible text for anyone wishing to embed and advance equality and diversity within a criminological and criminal justice context. -- Miss Sue Uttley-Evans * drupal *
This book is recommended if you are going to teach a module/unit in equality and diversity.
This book is easy to read and easy to use
This book has helped to deliver my lesson -- Miss Yeeman Lam * drupal *
This book is an updated version including the recent changes following the implementation of the Equality Act 2010. It is recommended reading for PTLLS, CTTLS and DTLLS and suitable for levels 3, 4 and 5. -- Mr Adrian Stanfield * drupal *
This text follows the unit within this course very well and we will be indicating to all learners that it is essential reading. Well done Ann, another well scripted text. -- Mr Derek Allford * drupal *
Excellent for aiding new and established teachers in embedding principles of equality and diversity -- Mr Derrick Walker * drupal *
This text would be of interest to Education Studies students with an interest in life long learning who are keen to explore equality and diversity.
A range of approaches are successfully employed to increase reader engagement and encourage further understanding. The use of examples, activities, summaries and suggestions of further readings for example, support the process of independent learning while providing a useful starting point and overview of key themes and ideas. -- Mr Jonathan Reid * drupal *
Well laid out and straight forward information. Will definitely recommend this book to our learners. -- Mr Paul Britton * drupal *
A concise study of the main issues. -- Mr Paul Demetriou-Crane * drupal *
For new tutors and existing ones wishing to keep up-to-date and new tutors for reference and understanding a must book. -- Mr Paul Reed * drupal *
An easily accessible text that doesn′t over egg the issues or fudge them.
Only recommended rather than essential because of the nature of my delegates. -- Mr Robin Lodge * drupal *
Excellent book and insightful for my students. -- Mr Rohit Sagoo * drupal *
The book was very useful in keeping students abreast of recent changes to equality laws.
Ann has ensured the content is relevant to the professional requirements of PGCE (DTTLS) -- Mrs Charmaine Brown * drupal *
Advised learners to refer to this easy to read textbook to grasp the concept and importance of embedding and promoting E&D within the LLS. -- Mrs Cheryl Cameron * drupal *
Ann Gravells always writes in a way that is clear and easy for the learner to understand. An ideal book for learners who need an understanding of Equality and Diversity. Also recommend for more experienced leaners who wish to up date their knowledge for the purpose of CPD. -- Mrs Donna Latimer * drupal *
An appropriate update to the first edition, students taking modules in E&D will find this useful as a supporting text -- Mrs HELEN WHALLEY * drupal *
Majority of students bought or borrowed this book and found it very useful. -- Mrs Jane Booth * drupal *
Designed to give up-to-date information on diversity and differentiation in teaching practice. -- Mrs Jenny Hibbert * drupal *
Yet again a high quality resource exploring these key issues in the sector and with reference beyond. -- Mrs Jo Pothecary * drupal *
Great publication for our CTLLS and DTLLS learners. Up to date, clear and valuable information presented in an easy to read format. -- Mrs Karen Gray * drupal *
A good introductory text that help to support those studying for qualifications in this sector. I will be making this addition to our module reading lists -- Mrs Karen Griffiths * drupal *
A straight forward book which helps in the planning of embedding equality and diversity in lessons. -- Mrs Marcia Dewar * drupal *
Useful introductory text -- Mrs Mary Kitchener * drupal *
A highly informative read with great depth of information on Equality and Diversity. -- Mrs Nahid Shah * drupal *
Equality and Diversity are essential aspects when it comes to lesson planning -- Mrs Nicola Reeve * drupal *
A recommended read not only for the student but also in sharing good practice with other tutors. I have found it beneficial in relation to learning support of the student and as a manager scenarios are provided to help deal with certain issues. Well presented and easy to read. -- Mrs Pamela Canning * drupal *
Another clear and straightforward book from Ann Gravells.
This book is an essential read for any trainee teacher in the lifelong learning sector. -- Mrs Rachel Kirk * drupal *
Very helpful, easy to understand and highly informative. -- Mrs Rozeena Rahman * drupal *
An excellent 2nd edition. This book is well recommended for any student embarking on CTTLS and DTTLS. It has useful activities which brings the chapters to life and enable the student to put things into context. -- Mrs Ruth Baxter * drupal *
provides a ready understanding of a subject which can be feared by students -- Mrs Ruth McGrath * drupal *
An amazing book very beneficial for students who study CCTLS ,DTLLS and PGCE. I found that it Ann Gravells explains very well issues of equality and diversity in the lifelong learning sector and how to embed them within teaching.
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Although this book effectively addresses the issues on equity and diversity well, it is not suitable for the needs of my students. -- Mrs Sue James * drupal *
Helped learners reflect on Equality and Diversity in more detail -- Mrs Ursula Quick * drupal *
An easy to read book on principles and concept of
equality. Informative book. -- Mrs Yasmin Dar * drupal *
This is the best book on equality and diversity I have come across at this level - great for the CTLLS option module. -- Ms Carole Smith * drupal *
This book carries the same layout as other books in this series and provides a very accessible and user friendly introduction to the subject of Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector.
The chapters include useful examples activities and extenson activities throughout to suppliment the text. There are also useful tables and diagrames in cluded.
All chapters include a concise introduction informing quickly of content subheadings enabling content to be quickly located, a summary and further references, both printed and electronic. All of the books in this series I would recommend as being highly useful introductions to the topics covered. -- Ms Eklaine Vatandoust * drupal *
Used for all our Teacher Training Courses -- Ms Erica Mansfield * drupal *
This book is beneficial for students studying for CTLLS, DTLLS and PGCE courses. It explains very well issues of equality and diversity in the lifelong learning sector and how to embed them within teaching practice. -- Ms Julie Tilstone * drupal *
An excellent resource for all teachers and education students. Demonstrates how important it is to embed Equality & Diversity. -- Ms Natasha Rear * drupal *
Fantastic book which really helped the students to complete their assignments -- Ms Susan McGarroch * drupal *
An excellent book that considers practical solutions for Equality and Diversity and encourages lecturers to reflect on and review current practice. -- Robert Farquhar * drupal *
An updated version of this essential book to support trainees with this key theme which runs throughout teacher training courses.
It is both accessible and practical, helping trainees to reflect on their own practice and develop it in light of E&D. -- Sasha Pleasance * drupal *
An updated version of this essential book to support trainees with this key theme which runs throughout teacher training courses.
It is both accessible and practical, helping trainees to reflect on their own practice and develop it in light of E&D. -- Sasha Pleasance * drupal *
ISBN: 9780857256973
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 360g
200 pages
2nd Revised edition