These resources have been created for those delivering the Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Entry Level which replaces the current Functional Skills ICT Qualification from 31st of July 2023. The DFS qualification’s main purpose is to provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against content that is relevant to the workplace and real life. These resources provide a structured assessment in workbook form to evidence learner’s knowledge and skills as well as their ability to apply these in different contexts and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. The qualification itself is made up of many 5 main skill areas (Modules) each with its own series of units. The unit workbooks include various challenges, activities and tasks to prove learners understanding. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and signed off. This resource covers: Module 2 - Creating and Editing - 2.4 Capture digital media (including image, video) and view in a suitable application. This resource includes: Task 1-– Learners to read descriptions and identify 3 of the most common digital devices used to capture digital media today. This leads into a group discussion. Task 2 - Learners to fill in the blanks of a piece of text that describes the importance of digital media in today’s digital age. Task 3 - Learners will be challenged in a matching the description game that will help them gain and understanding of specific file types in digital media. Tasks 4-6 include basic tutorials on 3 ways to transfer/download digital media on a PC from another digital device. Learners will be signed of for each task based on competency. Task 7 - Learners will identify different digital file viewing applications from their individual logos. Task 8 - Learners will have the opportunity to effectively demonstrate their ability to capture digital media in a presentation that they can deliver to peers. A structure of content is included. Also included in this resource is a Skills and Knowledge checklist to be completed before and after delivery of this unit. It also includes a glossary with key words associated with this module to be completed by the learner in their own time. Guided answers are also included for specific units. Other Workbooks in this DFSQ series are available on TES. Many are still being created and will all be available soon. This resource is currently in a PDF file format. Word versions are available for free upon purchase of the PDF, please message me directly for these at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skill Award and Certificate (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Interpersonal Relationships and covers the following criteria. UNIT 434 - Interpersonal Relationships Understand interpersonal relationships. 1.1 describe what is meant by the term interpersonal relationships 1.2 explain the importance of developing positive interpersonal relationships 1.3 describe the differences between interacting with individuals and as part of a group 1.4 describe qualities important in developing interpersonal relationships 1.5 describe qualities important in developing group relationships. Understand how to interact positively with others. 2.1 describe the reasons for having boundaries when interacting with others 2.2 give examples of boundaries in interpersonal relationships 2.3 outline different ways of making decisions. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

These resources have been created for those delivering the Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Entry Level which replaced the current Functional Skills ICT Qualification from 31st of July 2023. The DFSQ’S main purpose is to provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against content that is relevant to the workplace and real life. These resources provide a structured assessment in workbook form to evidence learner’s knowledge and skills as well as their ability to apply these in different contexts and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. The qualification is made up of 5 Module and broken down into a series of units. The unit workbooks include various challenges, activities and tasks to prove learners understanding. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered which can be signed off. Module 1 - Using devices and handling information Unit - 1.4 Carry Out Searches online This resource includes: Task 1 - Learners are required to find the answers to find the answers to 18 general knowledge questions using the World Wide Web. This can be an individual or group timed challenge. All answers will be officially checked with any incorrect answers incurring a 10 second penalty. Task 2 - Learners will become familiar with the most commonly asked online questions. They will guess using ‘first word’ criteria and then carry out a search to find the ‘most popular’ based on the most current data. Task 3 - Learners will learn how to take a screenshot using different digital devices, put this into practice and attach the evidence. Task 4 - Learners will demonstrate how to carry out a variety of searches online. They are required to plan a fictional holiday following specific guidelines and meeting certain criteria. Extension Activity – Learners to continue with Task 4 and carry out two further searches based around the weather and reviews of their chosen destination and accommodation. Also included in this resource is a Skills and Knowledge checklist to be completed before and after delivery of this unit.

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Maths/Tutorials sessions and enables learners to demonstrate various skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills as are necessary for assessment. It is suitable for Entry Level 3/Level 1 (although lots of scopes to differentiate within the tasks and an Editable Word Doc is Available). In this particular resource learners are set a selection of tasks based on a snack machine image. They are required to answer open questions, perform various Mathematical calculations and determine true, false or unknown information. Included is an extension task where learners can then design their own snack machine using different items, prices and locations using the templates provided. Feedback is Key; we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available; feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

The 1st of a series of resources centered on and around the Retail industry. These 15 worksheets can be delivered individually, collectively and in any order. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels. This particular series includes the following: What is Retail? Jobs in the industry First impressions Retail Lingo Retail Sectors Customer Service (Observation Task) Taking Payment Cash Transactions Identifying Forgeries Checking a Check Till Problems Maths Task Chip and Pin Monopoly activity & Evaluation Recap Quiz Series 2, 3 & 4 available Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resource is in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.

An extensive bundle of all 4 instalments of resources centered on and around the Retail industry. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. Series 1- 4 include the following resource Series 1 What is Retail? Jobs in the industry First impressions Retail Lingo Retail Sectors Customer Service (Observation Task) Taking Payment Cash Transactions Identifying Forgeries Checking a Check Till Problems Maths Task Chip and Pin Monopoly activity & Evaluation Recap Quiz Series 2 Window Displays Visual Merchandising & Task Shop Floor & Sales Areas Manual Handling & Task Lifting Equipment Deliveries Stock Management Stock Checks Product Placement & Task Recap Quiz Series 3 The Customer Internal Customers Customer Profiles Customer Research Effective Customer Service Before, During & After Pro’s & Cons for the Company Presentation Task Non Verbal Communication Communication Task Experiences of Customer Service Customer Service Card Activity Series 4 What is Teamwork Prioritising Tasks Communication Breakdowns Conflict within a team Benefits of Teamwork Communication Types Body Language Two way Communication Team Scenario Task Humour in the Workplace Teamwork Roles Recruitment Task Timed Wordsearch Series Recap Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resourcs are in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.

These workbooks have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve an understanding of functional Maths skills that range from Pre Entry to Entry level 1-2 The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for their up and coming assessment. The resources have been also very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular instalment primarily focuses on ‘Multiplication’ and can be easily adapted to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level and includes a range of tasks and activities that works wonderfully with smart board or interactive technology… i.e King Fred the frog, Mum’s shopping trip or even ‘a day in the garden’… A WORD doc version is available just message me for this format.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on helping the learner plan for progression by understanding their programme and the facilities and support available and by being able to recognise and build on personal stengths. Learner outcomes are as follows; 1 Understand own study or training programme 2 Know the facilities & support available in the college 3 Recognise personal strengths (skills, qualities and attitudes) needed for learning and work 4 Agree an action plan for self-improvement Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions . These particular workbook investigates VAR Video Assistant Refereeing and requires learners to gain an understanding of this new technology and then give their own opinion of whether it is a positive or negative addition to the game. Tasks include learners spotting deliberate grammatical and spelling mistakes within a text and initiating and participating in a forum based activity where they can communicate their points of view. This could then be displayed in the classroom. Tutor Notes are included to help assessment. The workbook will allow learners to demonstrate various English skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English or ICT sessions . This Smartbook focus on the importance of Time Management and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment in English, Maths and ICT. Tasks include: • Identifying and essential and non-essential activities we need to fit into our daily lives. • How to prioritise areas of our lives in order of importance. • Becoming familiar with the many tools available to help us organise better and save time. • An activity where learners have to breakdown their own time within a typical week. • Transferring that information on to an electronic table that visually shows where their time is spent and highlights bad habits, area to address and may even encourage a change in routine. The resource includes an adaptable WORD Doc Template that the tutor can email or print of for the last task. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered, which can be assessed and then signed off. The workbook can be delivered as individual worksheets or as a final assignment that would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on Searching for a job and covers the following criteria. 1.1 Describe different resources available to find out about job information. 1.2 Describe the roles and functions of organisations providing employment services 1.3 Use resources to research job opportunities. 1.4 Describe how to sign up to different organisations’ job alert systems 2.1 List the key elements of job adverts 2.2 Extract relevant information from job adverts 2.3 Match personal skills and requirements to job vacancies Other Units are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying Pearson BTEC Workskills Certificate. The qualification itself is made up of over 100 Units and each unit requires assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Final Assignment Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. These concluding assignments can be completed by the individual learner and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Working in a Team and covers the following criteria. UNIT 11 Working in a Team. Know what skills and behaviours are needed to work well as a team Match own strengths and skills to a given team task Work positively as a member of a team Know own performance as a member of a team A fully editable WORD DOC version is available on request. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

This Flashcard series is focused on UK Road Signs and can be used as an effective revision resource for all those studying for the UK Driving theory test. They can also be used as a standalone classroom activity to familiarise students of all ages with UK road signs. They are fully editable resource and available to download as a PDF file or WORD doc. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels. They should on printed on card (preferably) double-sided and then cut out and used in any way that best compliments your own teaching style. Flashcards are proven as an effective method in assisting learning and ensuring it is taking place. They embrace a wonderful mental process called ‘Active Recall’ and can be used in various ways such as: • Recapping knowledge – As a starter activity related to the previous lesson. • Refreshing knowledge - Incorporating them randomly in any lesson. • Revising for exams - Confirming the knowledge required for assessment. • Embedding both Maths & English. • Embracing Equal Opportunities & Diversity. • Creating new knowledge – The possibilities are endless. FLASHCARDS Series - Driving Theory 2 ROAD SIGNS now available and can be bought together in a bundle price of £4.49 Have Fun

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on helping the learner plan for progression by understanding their programme and the facilities and support available and by being able to recognise and build on personal strengths. Entry Level 3 - UNIT 301- Planning for Progression 1 Understand own study or training programme 2 Know the facilities & support available in the college 3 Recognise personal strengths (skills, qualities and attitudes) needed for learning and work 4 Agree an action plan for self-improvement Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Career Planning and making applications and covers the following criteria. Level 1- UNIT 405- Career Planning and making applications Be able to choose a suitable career pathway Be able to identify a suitable job, training programme or course Understand how to prepare a Curriculum Vitae Understand how candidates are selected for interview Be able to apply for a job, training placement or course Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions . This particular worksheet focuses on Using a Dictionary and requires learners to demonstrate new abilities in how to use it effectively through a series of tasks. The tasks include finding words associated with each other and sorting them alphabetically and a timed activity where learners compete to find certain words in the quickest time. The final light-heated challenge requires learners to find words in the dictionary to describe each other and their teacher or tutor using the letters of everyones first names. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com Read less

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners and enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. This particular workbook is based around the Painting and Decorating Trade and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment. Thislevel is pitched around E3 The workbook includes 4 main tasks and are broken down as follows; Task 1 – Know the basic terms and language used within the Painting and Decorating trade. This task requires learners to build a glossary of some of the commonly used terminology when Painting and Decorating. This can be completed over a set period as you gain further understanding of the trade. Task 2 – Show your knowledge of the Basic Tools and Materials used in Painting & Decorating. This task requires learners to identify some of the many tools and materials used every day in the trade, followed by an understanding of how, why and what they are used for. Task 3 – List the stages required to prepare a Painting and Decorating area. This task requires learners to become familiar with how to prepare a painting and decorating workspace effectively, demonstrate knowledge of the various steps and the best order in which to carry them out. Task 4 – Confirm an understanding of Health and Safety when Painting and Decorating. This task requires learners to recognise the hazards and dangers relevant to working in a Painting and Decorating environment and know how to minimise any risks of injury or illness to yourself and others. The 4 tasks can be completed in any order and each page of the Workbook can be signed off as and when the candidate has met the criteria. The workbook includes answers, although this is guidance for Tutors or Assessors only as the answers could be open to interpretation and differ depending on the context. I have also included on the Tutor/Assessor pages a breakdown of the English skills (predominantly reading in this sample) to be exercised and demonstrated in each task. The Images sourced are all royalty-free and are licenced for commercial use. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in tutorials, English or ICT sessions. This particular worksheet focuses on the controversial issue of Animals in Captivity and requires learners to demonstrate their capabilities of understanding the opinions of others as well as being able to put their own opinion across. They will explore the pros and cons of the subject using online research and also have the opportunity to debate their findings with each other. The task then requires them to present their final investigations in a newspaper article which they can design and present to the rest of the group and even display in the classroom. The Resource also includes worksheets to brief learners on the task as well as a Word Doc newspaper article Template to get them started. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. They can be used effectively in Tutorials, Maths or various other sessions. Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality. This instalment focuses on ‘Records set around the World’. Learners are tasked with estimating various measurements from the tallest to the heaviest, longest to shortest etc. They are then challenged to convert those amounts to an alternative form of measurement i.e. litre to pints, miles to Kilometres etc Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com Read less