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Equality and Diversity in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Second Edition


January 2013 | 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

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
NACADA

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

Excellent book that supports a number of programmes and background research for many learners and staff

Audrey Fairgrieve
Education, Oxfordshire County Council
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Once again Ann Gravells has produced a current and essential textbook for those engaged in teacher training or aiming to improve their application of and promotion of equality and Diversity within their practice. Really accessible, clear legislation links and examples, excellent!

Miss Catherine Farnon
Faculty of Community Studies, Highlands College
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a very essential read for anyone dealing with all groups and sectors.clear advice again from Ann Gravells

Miss Deborah Young
Work Ready People, hit
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Very well written and laid out book. Easy to follow for my students. Very helpful and relevant examples- recommend as a study aid and could help tutors plan activities for understanding

Miss Julia Chiari
Employability, Work Ready People- Hit
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A thought provoking text that offers practical exercises in examining Equality and Diversity aspects.

Miss Kate Mc Auliffe
Childcare, Cork College of Commerce
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This book is a must have as it helps you with the unit you have to complete towards your teaching training qualification. Reader friendly.

Miss Kerry Simm
Adult Team Apprentices, Harlow College
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A throught-provoking and accessible text for anyone wishing to embed and advance equality and diversity within a criminological and criminal justice context.

Miss Sue Uttley-Evans
Criminology and Criminal Justice Department, Central Lancashire University
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This book is recommended if you are going to teach a module/unit in equality and diversity.
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This book is easy to read and easy to use
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This book has helped to deliver my lesson

Miss Yeeman Lam
Childcare Department, Bishop Burton College
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