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
