Sharon Powell

Inclusive practice is a crucial component of professional practice in the Lifelong Learning Sector. This accessible text includes comprehensive coverage of key areas and explores what inclusive practice means for teachers and learners in the sector. The book begins by examining definitions of inclusion and goes on to cover specific educational needs. Chapters covering the learning environment, college-level planning and teaching and learning practices offer the reader practical advice on how to anticipate the diverse needs of their learners. Guidance on inclusive planning and assessment is given alongside detailed coverage of the legislation surrounding inclusion.

This is a comprehensive guide to the requirements for achieving Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. This textbook is a complete guide to achieving QTLS. Key themes of teaching and learning are explored in the context of the lifelong learning sector, showing how these two processes are inextricably linked and how to apply these theories to practice. Each chapter contains: a map showing links to QTLS standards; formative activities to encourage practical application of the chapter content; case studies providing real-life examples; self-assessment questions enabling readers to test their knowledge and understanding; and, further reading references for those wishing to explore the themes in greater depth. This textbook is essential reading for anyone training to teach in the lifelong learning sector.