This is a core text aimed at the mandatory CTLLS unit for Levels Three and Four which all trainees working towards ATLS need to successfully complete. Structured around the content of the unit, all chapters are linked to the QTLS professional standards. This Second Edition has been fully revised and updated in line with changes to the TAQA Assessor Awards and includes a new 'extension activity' for those taking the unit at Level Four. With helpful activities and case studies throughout, this is an accessible guide enabling trainees to understand how to use assessment effectively in their learning and teaching.

This is a core text for anyone training to be (or working as) an assessor in the further education and skills sector. It has all the information you need to work towards the assessment units for qualifications such as: the Award, Certificate and Diploma in Education and Training, or the assessment units of the Learning and Development (TAQA) qualification. The book takes you through all the information you need to know, opening up the topic for learning in a really accessible way. Interactive activities are included throughout, and real examples of assessment in practice are included. The book also includes examples of completed assessment documents. It is a comprehensive text, covering: principles of assessment planning for assessment types and methods of assessment assessment practice giving feedback recording progress and achievement quality assurance evaluation This third edition has been updated to bring the book in-line with all qualifications that include assessing learning. This is your guide to understanding how to use assessment effectively in your teaching and assessing role.

'A well organised book with more underpinning theory than the PTLLS publications, greater detail about teaching and learning in general and cross referencing grids to link the knowledge to the bigger picture. I will definitely be recommending this to candidates.' - Catherine Mitchell, Education Department, Bradford College 'Usual high standard from Ann - easy to read, full of tips and guidance and essential for those thinking of taking this award.' - Mrs Alicia Hawkes, Education, Totton College The Award in Education and Training is the threshold qualification for anyone wanting to teach in a wide range of settings including the Further Education and Skills sector, workplace learning, offender learning and adult community contexts. This user-friendly text is your guide to all units of the Award and is the key text for this course. Structured around the teaching, learning and assessing cycle, it includes full coverage of all units and information relevant to the Learning and Development units. Examples, activities and checklists help you link theory to practice. Written for all learners and all awarding organisations. A key text for the new Award in Education and Training. Contents specfically follow the teaching and learning cycle and match the qualification requirements. Readable, relevant and easy to understand. Provides valuable support for prospective teachers and trainers with little or no previous experience. An excellent foundation for those considering or progressing to further teaching qualifications. Supplement your learning with the companion text: Passing Assessments for the Award in Education and Training by Ann Gravells

This popular and accessible guide to the PTLLS Award is a comprehensive introduction to teaching in a variety of settings within the Lifelong Learning Sector from colleges to work-based learning, offender learning and adult and community contexts. This fourth edition is completely revised and updated and reflects current practice at levels 3 and 4. A new ′Extension Activity′ feature targets those taking the award at level 4 and further theories of learning are incorporated throughout. Chapters are based around the learning cycle, are focused on the PTLLS assessment criteria and are linked to the LLUK Standards. The New Award The fifth edition of Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector is also now available, written for the NEW four unit PTLLS Award. Find out more here: http:/www.uk.sagepub.com/books/Book238711?siteId=sage-uk&prodTypes=any&q=gravells&fs=1

Despite good intentions for formative assessment to enhance the quality of students' learning and motivation, it is widely misunderstood. Throughout the education system, it has become little more than a way of coaching students to meet the demands of summative assessment. This unique book combines theory, research and practical insights to demonstrate how teachers might enhance their understanding of formative assessment, particularly in vocational and adult education settings that are under pressure to meet targets for inclusion, retention and achievement. Drawing on recent research, the book includes six case studies that draw out the implications of the research findings to suggest ways in which teachers might change their assessment practice, despite the pressures in their own contexts. It considers: What is formative assessment, and what is it not? What impact do political and social factors have on assessment practices? Why do similar assessment practices have different effects in different 'learning cultures'? What role does subject knowledge play in educationally-worthwhile formative assessment? How can teachers, lecturers and other education professionals improve formative assessment? This book is essential reading for teachers, trainee teachers, staff development officers, researchers and those running training courses throughout the lifelong learning sector. It is ideal for those studying for PTLLS, CTLLS and DTLLS qualifications and for Cert Ed and PGCE awards related to the Lifelong Learning Sector. It is also relevant to various stakeholders involved in the design of qualifications, including awarding bodies, and to researchers interested in assessment and the impact of education policy on practice in all sectors of the education system, and particularly in lifelong learning. The book is authored with Jennie Davies, Visiting Research Fellow, University of Exeter, UK; Jay Derrick, Adult Education Consultant/Visiting Lecturer, Institute of Education, London, UK; and Judith Gawn, Regional Programme Director (LLN), NIACE London, UK.

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This text has been updated to include the new Standards from LLUK, and to take account of the variety of contexts within the Lifelong Learning Sector. Assessment theory and practice forms an integral part of the knowledge and understanding required to achieve QTLS, and this book functions as a practical study aid.

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The CTLLS qualification has been replaced with the Certificate in Education and Training (CET). However, the content has since been updated and is now in the book Passing Assessments for the Certificate in Education and Training. Please note: the qualification unit content contained in the appendices has since changed, and some legislation mentioned in the book has been updated.

Assessment theory and practice forms an integral part of the knowledge and understanding required to achieve QTLS. This book is a practical guide and comprehensive introduction to this broad and complex subject area. The text includes chapters on the different types of assessment, feedback, recording, evaluation and inclusive practice and covers e-assessment. Interactive activities are included throughout to help trainees reflect on and develop their own views. This third edition includes coverage of new units of assessment for workplace assessors (TAQA).