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Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Second Edition


April 2012 | 200 pages | Learning Matters
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.
 
Introduction
The Structure of the Book and How to Use it

 
Qualifications and Credit Framework

 
Lifelong Learning and Professional Teaching Standards

 
 
Key Features of a Culture Which Advances Equality and Values Diversity
Meanings and Benefits of Equality and Diversity

 
The Equality Act 2010

 
Promoting a Positive Culture

 
 
Advancing Equality and Valuing Diversity
Applying the Principles of Equality and Diversity

 
Advancing Equality

 
Benefits of Diversity

 
 
Demonstrating Appropriate Behaviour
Demonstrating Good Practice

 
Apdating Learning Situations and Resources

 
Developing Strategies for Dealing with Discrimination

 
 
Helping and Supporting Others
Identifying Inequality

 
Identifying Barriers to Inclusion

 
Supporting Equality and Diversity

 
 
Reviewing Your Contribution
Interacting With Others

 
Sources of Information and External Agencies

 
Evaluating Your Own Practice

 
 
Relevant Legislation
Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act (2009)

 
Children Act (2004)

 
Data Protection Act (2003)

 
Equality Act (2010)

 
Freedom of Information Act (2000)

 
Human Rights Act (1998)

 
Protection From Harassment Act (1997)

 
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974)

 
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006)

 
Work and Families Act (2006)

 
 
Appendix 1 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 3
 
Appendix 2 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 4
 
Appendix 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms
 
Appendix 4 Glossary of Terms
 
Appendix 5 Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity
 
Index

Useful introductory text

Mrs Mary Kitchener
Education, Swindon College
February 13, 2013

Used for all our Teacher Training Courses

Ms Erica Mansfield
Care and Learning Opportunities (Vantage Point), South Devon College
January 29, 2013

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
early , North West Institute
January 6, 2013

Yet again a high quality resource exploring these key issues in the sector and with reference beyond.

Mrs Jo Pothecary
Foundation Studies, Wiltshire College
November 9, 2012

A concise study of the main issues.

Mr Paul Demetriou-Crane
Education and Childcare, Havering College of FE and HE
November 7, 2012

Designed to give up-to-date information on diversity and differentiation in teaching practice.

Mrs Jenny Hibbert
Education Department / Teacher Training, Dudley College
September 27, 2012

Excellent for aiding new and established teachers in embedding principles of equality and diversity

Mr Derrick Walker
Faculty of Education, Doncaster University Centre
September 13, 2012

An excellent resource for all teachers and education students. Demonstrates how important it is to embed Equality & Diversity.

Ms Natasha Rear
Education, New College Nottingham
September 6, 2012

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
Basford Hall College, New College Nottingham
August 20, 2012

An appropriate update to the first edition, students taking modules in E&D will find this useful as a supporting text

Mrs HELEN WHALLEY
QUALIFICATIONS DEPARTMENT, SERVISAIR TRAINING CENTRE
August 9, 2012