Ann Gravells & Susan Simpson 
Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector [EPUB ebook] 

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.

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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

Sobre el autor

Susan Simpson is a lecturer in teacher training at North East Lincolnshire Council Adult Community Learning Service in Grimsby. She has 25 years’ experience of teaching in compulsory and post-16 education. Susan is a curriculum manager for education and training, ICT and Business Administration and Law. She developed, managed and taught adult education programmes in Botswana for 10 years. Susan has also presented at regional level for teacher training and nationally for ICT Skills for Life.