Study Skills for PTLLS
- Jacklyn Williams - University of Plymouth, UK
- Ann Gravells
Further Education and Skills
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.
| Meeting the Lifelong Learning Professional Teaching Standards |
| Becoming an Expert Student |
| Getting the Most from Taught Sessions |
| Effective Note-taking |
| Keeping Notes and Information Safely |
| Making the Most of Group Activities |
| Researching Using Different Media |
| Choosing and Evaluating Texts and Other Resources |
| Reading Texts Activitely and Critically |
| Reflecting on Learning |
| The Reflective Cycle |
| Writing Reflective Learning Journal Entries |
| Avoiding Plagiarism |
| Using and Setting out Quotations and Citations in your Text |
| Setting Out References in Your Reference List and Bibliography |
| Prsenting your Work in Writing |
| Presenting Your Work Practice |
| Transferable Skills |
| Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector |
| Lifelong Learning |
| 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 |
very good for apprentices
This is a well written book for my PTLLS learners it covers all the mandatory units and it is more than excellent read. The level of english is adequate for those undertaking the course and it has been a very indispensable resource. Would definitely recommend it as an essential read.
Very useful for our level 4 students in need of a text that is accessible at their level.
This further engaging read is really worth recommending to students who have no recent or little study and research experience to support their learning and progression. It will help ignite sound study skills and writing compilations.
I lent candidates this book to trial and the feedback was good. They said it was easy to read, not too academic and particularly like the 'presenting your work' section starting on page 105, as it helped them focus on the writing process. Many candidates are not confident with grammar and spelling and the examples of conjunctions etc. were really useful.
This has been invaluable for students on the PTLLS course. It is written in a non-condescending practical manner with lots of hints and tips to complete assignments.
A good choice for those learners needing further support.
Useful guide for learners who have been out of study for a long time and are returning to learning. It focusses on the specific qualification studied which is better than the generic study skills books. It can also be used for CTLLS.
Book is easy to follow, providing clear guidance and tips that students find useful. Students commented on how they have found it 'brilliant' and keep it alongside them as they study/write.