Study Skills for PTLLS (EPUB) von Jacklyn Williams

An accessible study skills guide tailored specifically for the NEW Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector Award.

Preparing for Your PTLLS Award
Meeting the Lifelong Learning Professional Teaching Standards
Becoming an Expert Student
Taught Sessions
Getting the Most from Taught Sessions
Effective Note-taking
Keeping Notes and Information Safely
Making the Most of Group Activities
Self-Study
Researching Using Different Media
Choosing and Evaluating Texts and Other Resources
Reading Texts Activitely and Critically
Reflective Practice and Reflective Learning Journal Writing
Reflecting on Learning
The Reflective Cycle
Writing Reflective Learning Journal Entries
Referencing your PTLLS Work
Avoiding Plagiarism
Using and Setting out Quotations and Citations in your Text
Setting Out References in Your Reference List and Bibliography
Presenting Your PTLLS Work
Prsenting your Work in Writing
Presenting Your Work Practice
Moving Forward
Transferable Skills
Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Lifelong Learning
Appendices
Appendix 1- PTLLS Written Assessments: Guidance
Appendix 2 - Answers to Harvard Referencing Activity
Appendix 3 - Answers to Terminology Word Search
Appendix 4 - SMOG Readability Calculator
Appendix 5 - Useful Books and Websites
Index

PTLLS candidates often find their studies challenging - some are returning to study after a long break and others have no previous experience of study at this level. This accessible book provides all candidates with a study skills guide specifically tailored to PTLLS Award, no matter which awarding organisation they are registered with. This Second Edition has beem updated for the four unit PTLLS Award and includes new information on referencing and e-portfolios.

This text covers the different methods through which PTLLS is delivered, helping candidates to study more effectively. It helps candidates:

-prepare for the award, with advice on interpreting the skills needed for PTLLS and the requirements at levels 3 and 4

-make the most of their taught sessions and self study time by examining effective note taking, group activities, research and resource evaluation

-succeed in their practical sessions, including tips on effective presentations and the use of ICT

This text is a companion title to the bestselling Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector core text providing an essential introduction to all the key aspects of the PTLLS Award. It cal also be used alongside Passing PTLLS Assessments. Together, these texts provide complete coverage of the qualification, helping candidates with all aspects of their study and practice.