Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Second Edition
Susan Simpson - North East Lincolnshire Council
Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector
July 2012 | 200 pages | Learning Matters
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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.

Contents

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 1 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 3

Appendix 2 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 4

Appendix 2 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 4

Appendix 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Appendix 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Appendix 4 Glossary of Terms

Appendix 4 Glossary of Terms

Appendix 5 Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity

Appendix 5 Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity

Index

Index

Description

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.

Contents

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 1 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 3

Appendix 2 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 4

Appendix 2 Equality and Diversity Unit Level 4

Appendix 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Appendix 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Appendix 4 Glossary of Terms

Appendix 4 Glossary of Terms

Appendix 5 Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity

Appendix 5 Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity

Index

Index

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Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector


July 2012 | 200 pages | Learning Matters

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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.

Table Of Contents:

  • 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

Recent Product Reviews:

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, University of South Florida-St. Petersburg
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, International Review of Education

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