'I think this is a valuable course resource because Ann has pitched the content absolutely bang on for this award. It is succinctly written without devaluing the importan... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

'Having extensively used the book to successful pass my PTTLS assessments I found it by far the most comprehensive, easy to understand and student friendly book available... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Well structured book that assists any student undertaking the course to complete required assignments for the course. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Andrew Tofts, Education , Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education

An excellent text that I recommend to all PTLLS students as being a sound starting point for their course and as a springboard to other texts. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Audrey Fairgrieve, Education, Oxfordshire County Council

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Elizabeth Bulbeck, Adult Continuing Education, Milton Keynes Council

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Eric Sullivan, Teacher Training, REME Arms School

A 'must have' text for students on the PTLLS programme. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Mandy Turton, Cornwall Learning, Cornwall County Council

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This is an excellent text, very well structured in a chronological order relating to the process of teaching and learning. The book is most easy to navigate and contains ... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mel Page, Education and Training, Bishop Burton College

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Miss Antoinette Unsworth, teaching and learning, Michaeljohn Training

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Miss Mehjabeen Shaukat, Teacher Education, Tameside College

As with previous editions, an easy read and makes understanding the requirements of the new award simple. It has certainly helped me in transferring across to the new sch... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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I gave this book to one of our students currently ona PTLLS course and asked for their feedback. They found the book extremley helpful and helped support the Tutor led co... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mr Anthony Goddard, Adult education, Tameside College

A superb book that breaks theory and good practice themes down into understandable text.We have several copies in our library and the book is recommended as 'well worth b... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Mr Evans Darko, Business, UK College of Business & computing

Excellent resource for learners. The book is compartmentalized into easy to access sections that correspond to qualification units. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mr Gary Foulstone, Delivery, Gilfillan Associates Limited

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Mr George Davison, Initial Teacher Training, Weymouth College

This is an excellent book that I would recommend for a PTTLS course, it has all that you need ror the student working towards this award, in accessible format. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Mr Paul McKillop, Inititial Teacher Training, Isle of Wight College

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A good book for the PTLLS course. The author is actively invovled with the ITT qualification and also writes useful links via Linkedin professional networking site. This ... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mr Pete Jackson, Initial Teacher Training, Lincoln College

A useful update on the previous version of this book that matches the new award spec and should again be well used by students Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Mr Sue Pylee, Cottingham Adult Education Centre, East Yorkshire Council

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Mrs Alicia Hawkes, Education, Totton College

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Mrs Alison East, Teacher Training, Derby Adult Learning Service

This is an excellent book for guiding those who are new to the sector. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Very beneficial as it's assisting me throughout my PTLLS course. I am referring to Anne Gravells within my assignments and find her easy referencing easy to work with. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Angela Mawer, Scartho Learning Centre, Community Learning Services

keeping the older version for now - revalidating next year Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs ANNE MICHAEL, PCET ITT, Sheffield Hallam University

Good coverage of the basics. Layout clear. Some tables of information are too detailed and confusing for those new to teaching. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Barbara Roche, Teacher Education, Puzzlebox Potential Ltd

This was highly recommended to learners on the new PTLLS award and we have ordered a copy for our LRC, as well as recommending it to trainees. However, its value is somew... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Caroline Harvey, Education , Norton Radstock College

Very clearly written with all essential elements necessary to equip learners to prepare towards teaching and to tackle the assignments as set out by City & Guilds. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Dorothy Braidwood, Professional Studies, Norfolk Adult Education Service

An essential read fro those working towards PGCE, easy read to cover all aspects of learning and teaching! Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Evonne Parker, School of education , Blackburn College

As ever a useful summary of the essential course knowledge for the 6302. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Great book so easy to read and follow. Links very well to the Learning outcomes ad has many useful tasks to complete. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Jacqui Clark, Higher Academic Studies, Midkent College

All learners receive a copy of this book to use alongside the course. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Jane Boothman, Education , Filton College

Essential reading for anyone embarking on the new version of the PTLLS. My learners have found it most useful when preparing their assignments. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Jane Boothman, Education , Filton College

A well written text. Highly recommended to any student undertaking their first teaching qualification. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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This book has been an essential course book for PTLLS students and I am awaiting in anticipation for Anne Gravell's next publication in August to support the new qualific... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Karen Curry, Prof, Aylesbury College

a great platform for new trainers to gain their PTLLS qualification with the support of. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Karen Gray, Teacher Education, Simply-Training

Ann Gravells' texts are always received well by students. The topics covered are directly related to the 20 credit PTLLS module we deliver. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Kathleen Tate, Please select your department, Burnley College

Those PTLLS students who are new to this level of academic work need all the help they can get when it comes to completing their summative assignments. Ann Gravells books... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Katie McCombe, Teacher Training, Walford and North Shropshire College

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Mrs Lisa Willats, CHILD CARE, Harlow College

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Mrs Nahid Shah, Education, Meridian Centre

For L3 PTLLS it is an essential read. For L4 it is an essential read with other texts to support.The Tables are particularly good summaries and for some students, a bette... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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A comprehensive resource to inform the learner of the necessary knowledge for PTLLS. I like the logical set out and the examples provided along the way help to consolidat... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Pam Lavender, Professional Development, South Staffordshire College

This book is essential and will be on the reading list for my PTLLS courses. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Mrs Sally Brown, Teacher Training, Wakefield College

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Mrs Sharon Lock, Comm, Adult Education Centre

This book is essential reading to get a grip on the new standards for tutor and learner alike. It also provides a springboard for further research and links to the criter... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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A very thorough book with very good reading material to underpin learning that has taken place in the classroom.We ask our students to purchase a copy before the course s... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Siggi Narang, Teacher training, Peter Symond's College

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Mrs Theresa Rowland, Teacher Training, Adult Education Centre

Good structureLinks to units wellClear and to the point Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Theresa Rowland, Teacher Training, Adult Education Centre

Helpful text - but PTLLS status now unclear so we may not move forward with programmes as anticpated Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Mrs Wendy Strohm, Coaching, Wendy Strohm Associates

This has provided an extremely useful guide for students who are new to the sector and to teaching as it is easy to follow and covers all course outcomes. It's a very use... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Anita Collins, Education , Leeds City College

Simple and accessible. My learners find it user friendly. Great for level 3 Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Chloe Hale, Initial Teacher Training, Cornwall Adult Education Service

Clearly sets out all the essential "how-to's" for PTTLS students. " Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Clare Jolly, Childrens services, Spurgeons

A much improved publication inclusive of new practices. The book provides a comprehensive Introduction which provides a list of qualifications for teaching and learning. ... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Eklaine Vatandoust, Education, Bournville College Further Education

Spot on text clear and concise. The students understand the language and the feedback from them has been really positive. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

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Ms Jan Royal, Nursing , Nottingham University

We are running a short course on basic teaching for members of our Participation Programme who work with students on the BA Hons Social Work course. This will be essentia... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Jules Goodger, Social Work , Havering College of Further and Higher Education

An excellent book for adults who are expected to teach to their peers within their role. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Julie Tilstone, Education, Douglas Macmillan Hospice

Excellent text. Learners have found it accessible and easy to navigate. Good use of tables to cover large amounts of information succinctly. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Lynne Albiston, Care, Health & Education, City of Bristol College

Usefully updated to reflect the changes to the PTLLS award. Readable and pitched appropriately for trainee teachers, or those considering starting to teach. A comprehensi... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Maggie Young, Education, Isle of Man College

This is a really good first reference book to use as a guide to the first steps towards a teacing qualification. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Monica Lawson, Skills for Life, New College Swindon

An excellent resource for any PTLLS student. Will guide and assist through all units in new award Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Natasha Rear, Education, New College Nottingham

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Ms Natasha Rear, Education, New College Nottingham

Much improved on previous versions! Rather a lot of bullet point lists but useful to support struggling students. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Sandie Stratford, Teacher and Learning Unit, Lincoln College

Helped my students get to grips with the new qualification Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Susan McGarroch, Teacher Education, Leeds City College

I think that this book is a useful tool for students who have not been in the teaching environment before.It is related to the different assignment briefs and provides ex... Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Tanya Young, Teaching, Learning and Standards, Riverside College Halton

Once again this edition provides common sense, well written support for this preparatory teaching course. Essential reading. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ms Wendy Knipe, Initial Te, Suffolk New College

Great to see an updated version of this essential course reader. Recommended it to all my learners. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

Ruth Dixcee, Cornwall Learning, Cornwall County Council

Building on the previous good work, this is an essential title for our PTLLS students. Press enter to read the full quote (will open a modal popup)

William Hawkridge, Teacher Education, Hull College