This chapter has explored the further education and skills sector and how to become a teacher or a trainer.
You should now be able to explore aspects in more detail, perhaps by working towards a relevant qualification and/or applying for a teaching role. You should also know how to progress further once qualified and experienced.
You might like to carry out further research by accessing the books and websites listed at the end of this chapter, particularly if you are working towards a higher level teaching qualification.
This chapter has covered the following topics:
• The structure of the book
• The further education and skills sector
• Qualifications and standards for teachers and trainers
• Study skills, academic writing and referencing
• Obtaining a teaching position and progressing further
• Evidence-based practice
References and further information
Burton, D. and Bartlett, S. (2009) Key Issues for Education Researchers. London: SAGE.
Castle, P. and Buckler, S. (2009) How to be a Successful Teacher. London: SAGE.
Clark, R.C. (2015) Evidence-Based Training Methods: A Guide for Training Professionals (2nd edition). ATD Press.
Curtis, W. and Ward, S. (2013) Education Studies: An Issue Based Approach London: Learning Matters SAGE.
Curzon, L.B. and Tummons, J. (2013) Teaching in Further Education (7th edition). London: Bloomsbury.
Denscombe, M. (2014) The Good Research Guide. Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Gravells, A. (2015) Principles and Practices of Assessment. London: SAGE Learning Matters.
Gravells, A. (2016) Principles and Practices of Quality Assurance. London: SAGE Learning Matters.
Gravells, J. and Wallace, S. (2013) An A-Z Guide to Working in Further Education. Northwich: Critical Publishing Ltd.
Hargreaves, S. and Crabb, J. (2016) Study Skills for Students with Dyslexia. London: SAGE.
Malthouse, R. and Roffey-Barentsen, J. (2013) Academic Skills: Contemporary Education Studies. London: Thalassa Publishing.
Pears, R. and Shields, G. (2013) Cite them right: The Essential Referencing Guide. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan.
Petty, G. (2009) Evidence Based Teaching: A Practical Approach (2nd edition). Cheltenham: Nelson Thornes.
Tummons, J. (2014) A to Z of Lifelong Learning. Berkshire: Open University Press.
Tummons, J. (2010) Becoming a Professional Tutor (2nd edition). Exeter: Learning Matters.
Websites
Ann Gravells: information and resources – www.anngravells.com
Association for Research in Post-Compulsory Education (ARPCE) – http://arpce.org.uk
Association of Colleges (AOC) – www.aoc.co.uk
Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) – www.aelp.org.uk
Chartered Institute for Educational Assessors (CIEA) – http://ciea.org.uk/
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) – www.cipd.co.uk
Chartered Institution for Further Education – www.fecharter.org.uk
Colleges Northern Ireland (CNI) – www.anic.ac.uk
Commission on Adult Vocational Teaching and Learning (CAVTL) It’s about work … Excellent adult vocational teaching and learning – https://tinyurl.com/l6pbv3e
Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) – http://ccea.org.uk
Department for Employment and Learning (DEL Northern Ireland) – https://www.delni.gov.uk
Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) – https://tinyurl.com/mdrltn8
Education and Training Foundation (ETF) – www.et-foundation.co.uk
FE Advice – www.feadvice.org.uk
Federation for Industry Sector Skills and Standards (FISSS) – http://fisss.org
General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) – www.gtcni.org.uk
Institute of Training and Occupational Learning (ITOL) – www.itol.org
Learning and Work Institute (LWE) – www.learningandwork.org.uk
National Education Union (NEU) – www.neu.org.uk
Ofqual – www.ofqual.gov.uk
Ofsted – www.ofsted.gov.uk
Qualifications Wales – www.qualificationswales.org
Reading list for research and study skills – www.anngravells.com/reading-lists/research-and-study-skills
Referencing styles – https://tinyurl.com/lupu2bo
Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) – https://tinyurl.com/musjcze
