EASY 2 READ provides resources created by experienced PGCE teacher of psychology and childcare education. Resources are designed for teaching on the Access to HE and BTEC programmes, but can be pitched to teach AS level psychology too. In addition Easy 2 Read provides resources to deliver Cache level 2 and level 3 early years education.
Resources include lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, activities, Q/A worksheets and quizzes to assess learning.
EASY 2 READ provides resources created by experienced PGCE teacher of psychology and childcare education. Resources are designed for teaching on the Access to HE and BTEC programmes, but can be pitched to teach AS level psychology too. In addition Easy 2 Read provides resources to deliver Cache level 2 and level 3 early years education.
Resources include lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, activities, Q/A worksheets and quizzes to assess learning.
Unit: Research Methods
Topic: Terminologies
This lesson introduces learners to the vocabulary and terms used by researchers in psychology. A good grasp of the terminologies at the start will prepare learners to engage fully and successfully in subsequent lessons covered in this unit.
The resource pack includes 2 items:
• 50 Powerpoint slides in colour to use in class.
• 50 PowerPoint slides in black ink to print in handout format for
students to use as a reference.
A compete research method lesson resource is also available on TES which consist of a comprehensive lesson plan, power point slides, 3 exercise sheets with answers, quiz, homework and handout; all are in PDF format.
[Stroop Effect Experiment:](http:// https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/access-to-he-psychology-research-methods-stroop-effect-experiment-12832316)
Childcare Education
Bowlby’s Attachment theory
Level 2, 3 and 4
• Easy to read, easy to teach and easy to learn.
• Ideal teaching material to use in class or distribute as handout.
• Perfect material for revision.
All the resources provided is designed to help students understand the various theories that explain:
• What is attachment?
• How is attachment formed?
• Importance of primary carer
• Effects of separation and privation
• Evidence for and against attachment theories
All the contents are presented in a manner that is easy for any teacher to deliver the attachments theories effortlessly.
Resources in include:
• Bowlby’s theories PowerPoint – 46 slides
• Attachment theories PowerPoint – 26 slides
• Comprehension task PDF format
• Activities and notes PDF format
• Handout
• Stranger situation study
• Stranger situation role play activity
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• Materials are referenced
Pages numbered
• Resources structured for easy classroom teaching
• Resources can be printed for handout
• Resources useful for revision
Unit: Research Methods
Topic: Terminologies
This lesson introduces learners to the vocabulary and terms used by researchers in psychology. A good grasp of the terminologies at the start will prepare learners to engage fully and successfully in subsequent lessons covered in this unit.
The resource pack includes 7 items:
• A comprehensive lesson plan covering 2 hours of teaching and learning.
• 50 Powerpoint slides in colour to use in class.
• 50 PowerPoint slides in black ink to print in handout format for learners.
• 3 Exercise sheets with answers in PDF format.
• Quiz with answers in PDF format.
• Homework task in PDF format .
• Terminologies handout PDF format
The lesson can also be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
The lesson plans are self-explanatory and easy to navigate. Learning objectives are clearly outlined and a variety of assessment tools are used to check
learning throughout the lesson including Q/A worksheets, discussions and a quiz. Numeracy skills and differentiation are covered in the lesson planning too.
Contents are delivered vocally and presented visually using PowerPoint; the sequence of the slides coincide with the stages of the lesson plan. Learning objectives are also displayed on PowerPoint at the start of the lesson and can be used to check learning at the end of the lesson.
PowerPoint slides also give lots of examples to consolidate learning. All the exercise sheets are included with answers in PDF format.
The quiz is ideal to check learning easily and quickly; it can be used to re-cap in the next lesson too. Numeracy and literacy is also incorporated into the quiz.
Lastly, some helpful notes are available at the end of the lesson plan which are based on reflective practice.
[Stroop Effect Experiment:](http:// https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/access-to-he-psychology-research-methods-stroop-effect-experiment-12832316)
Resource
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Memory - Multiple-store Model
A popular unit amongst learners of psychology. The topic is simplified for teachers to deliver material with ease and support learners to absorb contents effectively.
The resource pack includes: 7 items
A comprehensive lesson plan that covers 2 hours of teaching and learning.
40 slides in PowerPoint.
3 Activity sheets with answers in PDF format.
Handout: comparison of 2 memory models in PDF format.
Quiz
This lesson can be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
Access to HE:
Psychology: Introduction to Memory
A unique and very popular lesson that spark interest and captures students attention. First time for many to have insight into the human brain which houses the memory’s features and function.
A famous case study navigates through the different areas of the lesson to support the material provided.
The resources included are:
Lesson Plan in pdf format which can be adjusted to pitch at different levels and curriculum.
Links to a short film
27 slides in Power Point which includes short activities
Quiz with answers in pdf format
Handout in pdf format
Homework
Childcare Education
Learnining Theories
Level 2, 3 and 4
Easy to read, easy to teach and easy to learn.
Ideal teaching material to use in class or distribute as handout.
Perfect material for revision .
All the resources provided is designed to help students understand the various theories that explain:
How children learn behaviour or develop personality.
How intelligence matures with age.
How language is acquired.
How emotions evolve.
How social skills are gained.
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All the contents are presented in a manner that is easy for any teacher to deliver the learning theories effortlessly. To help save time, all the learning theories are organised methodically; some contents are tabulated, so in one view, all the main concepts can be captured. Also, lots of examples are provided to consolidate students learning.
Resources in PDF format:
Albert Bandura Social Learning Theory - 5 pages
B.F Skinner: Operant Conditioning Theory - 4 pages
Jean Piaget: Cognitive Development Theory - 6 pages
Noam Chomsky: Language Development Theory - 4 pages
John Bowlby: Attachment Theories - 8 pages
Lev Vygotsky: Sociocultural Theories - 5 pages
Sigmund Freud: Psychosexual Development Theory - 6 pages
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• All material are fully referenced
• All pages numbered
• Resources structured for easy classroom teaching
• Resources can be printed for handout
• Resources useful for revision
Evaluation of the theories included in some of the resources
Chomsky: links to famous case study
Attachment theory: additional reading list
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Childcare Education Level 3 :
Unit: Child Development
Topic: Piaget’s theories of cognitive development
Introducing Piaget’s theories in class is one of the most popular subject in child care education. The materials attached are designed in a simple and methodical manner to enlighten and inspire learners.
Easy to read resources can be used to turn this knowledge-based lesson into a practical lesson as the contents are easy to demonstrate in class.
The resource pack includes:
• 55 slides PowerPoint in colour to use in class.
• 55 slides PowerPoint in black ink to print in hand-out format for learners.
• 3 worksheets with answers in PDF format.
• Multiple choice quiz with answers in PDF format.
• Bingo activity - 12 cards including original winning card, plus questions and answers in PDF format
• Handout with key features in PDF format
These resources are universal; they can be used to teach ‘child development’ in other courses too including:
Childcare Education level 2 and level 3
Early Years Educator Level 3
BTEC level 2 and level 3
Developmental Psychology Access to HE
As level Psychology
Contents are designed in a format that easy to deliver.
Activities aim to keep learners engaged.
Lots of examples are given to reinforce learning.
Contents are referenced.
Access to Higher Education: Psychology
Unit: Child Development
Topic: Piaget’s theories of cognitive development
Psychology simplified to promote learning in class. Concepts are broken down to help learners to grasp the topic with ease. Resources are designed to stimulate and engage learners. Lots of examples given to reinforce learning too.
Easy to read resources can be used to turn the knowledge-based lesson into a practical lesson as the contents are easy to demonstrate in class.
The resource pack includes:
• 55 slides PowerPoint in colour to use in class.
• 55 slides PowerPoint in black ink to print in hand-out format for learners.
• 3 worksheets with answers in PDF format.
• Multiple choice quiz with answers in PDF format.
• Bingo activity - 12 card including original winning card, plus questions and answers
• Handout
This lesson can be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Introduction to psychology
Topic: Behavioural Perspective
The resource pack includes:
• 47 slides PowerPoint
• Resources for classical conditioning PDF
• Resources for operant conditioning PDF
Classical conditioning resources includes:
A reflective task
Interactive group work: evaluation task
Multiple choice work sheet
Homework: identifying Stimulus- Response
Homework 2: comprehension and handout of Little Albert study
Recap Q/A worksheet
Classroom end of module assessment
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Operant conditioning resources includes :
Q/A task and handout of Thorndike study
Group activity: research of Skinner’s work
Work sheet: identifying reinforcements
Multiple choice work sheet
Homework: evaluation task
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Contents suitable to teach all levels of psychology: Access to HE, AS level,
BTEC and Diploma in childcare education level 2 and 3.
Contents are all referenced.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Psychodynamic Approach
Topic: Model of personality - id, ego and superego
Every lesson a successful lesson as the resources are designed to deliver topic easily and efficiently. Concepts simplified to help understand a complex topic.
The resource pack includes:
• 40 slides PowerPoint in colour to use in class.
• 40 slides PowerPoint in black ink to print in hand-out format for learners.
• 2 worksheets with answers in PDF format / optional worksheet
•Quiz with answers in PDF format.
• Homework
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The resources in this pack are designed to simplify psychology and deliver contents in a structured and easy manner. Ample examples are also included to help reinforce learning.
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This lesson can be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
Contents are referenced.
Learning objectives can be adjusted to suit unit criteria.
Resources can be used to deliver topic with your own lesson plan.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit : Psychodynamic approach
Topic: Unconscious mind
The resource pack includes:
A comprehensive lesson plan that covers 2 hours of teaching and learning.
37 slides PowerPoint in colour to use in class.
37 slides PowerPoint in black ink to print in hand-out format for learners.
2 Exercise sheets with answers in PDF format.
Quiz with answers in PDF format.
Recap with answers in PDF format
Group activity optional in PDF format
Essay assignment PDF format
Essay assignment option 2 in PDF format
Homework task with feedback in PDF format.
Homework option 2 in PDF format
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Deliver this topic with confidence as the complex concepts are simplified to digest information with ease. Spark the interest of learners and maintain their attention through the unique case studies that are used to bring topic to life and facilitate learning. You tube sites are also included to access relevant case studies.
This lesson can be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
Contents are referenced.
Lesson plan and learning objectives can be adjusted to suit unit criteria.
Resources can be used to deliver topic with your own lesson plan.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Research Methods
End of module: Assessment
Mock Exam designed to test learners’ knowledge at the end of the unit. It aims to prepare learners for the real assessment. Both the mock and real assessment comes with answer sheets.
Resources:
2 hours Research Method mock exam paper with answers. PDF
2 hours Research Method exam paper and answer sheet. PDF
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Research Methods
British Psychological Guidelines (BPS)
A very popular and successful lesson . A video link is provided which shows a film from a famous controversial study. The film sets the scene from the onset and captures the essence of the importance of following guidelines to protect people involved in psychology research.
The contents in this lesson are clearly and neatly presented.This lesson can also be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3
The resource pack includes:
• 2 hours lesson plan of teaching and learning.
A video link
• 14 PowerPoint slides.
• 1 Group activity in PDF format
• 3 Handouts in PDF format
• Assignment task in PDF format.
The lesson plan is self-explanatory and easy to navigate. Learning objectives are clearly outlined and suitable assessment tools are used to check learning throughout the lesson. Learning objectives are displayed on PowerPoint at the start of the lesson and can be used to check learning at the end of the lesson.
Differentiation is also covered in the lesson planning which can be adapted to accommodate needs of your learners.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Research Methods
Optional : Stroop Effect Experiment
The Stroop Effect Experiment is a mini-version of a past study. It uses basic materials and can be conducted in classroom settings.
It is interactive, fun and easy too.
Engaging in this practical task will give learners a deeper understanding and experience of how laboratory experiments are carried.
The resource pack includes:
• A lesson plan - 2 hours duration.
• Experiment instruction sheet in PDF format.
• Colour card set PDF format.
• Handout in PDF format.
• Exercise sheet with answers in PDF format.
Unit: Research Methods
Lesson 2: Experiments
This lesson introduces learners to experimental research methods including laboratory experiment, field studies and natural experiments. The entire lesson planning is designed coherently to support teaching and stimulate learning.
The resource pack includes:
A comprehensive lesson plan that cover 2 hours of teaching and learning.
34 slide PowerPoint to use in class
34 slide PowerPoint in black ink to print in handout format for learners.
Snapshot of famous studies in PDF
Handout outlining features of experiment methods PDF
Q/A worksheet on famous study PDF
Homework PDF
This lesson can be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3.
The lesson plan is self-explanatory and easy to follow as the PowerPoint slides are in line with the various stages of the lesson plan. Learning objectives are clearly outlined in both the lesson plan and on PowerPoint. Discussions, worksheets and homework task is used for checking learning and differentiation is covered in lesson planning to meet learners needs.
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Research Methods
Non-experiment Part 1:
Correlation studies
Structured interviews
unstructured interviews
This lesson covers non-experimental research methods including correlation studies, structured and unstructured interviews. The topic is introduced in a simplified manner to enable learners to easily digest core contents in small parts. In addition, past studies are discussed to reinforce learning and activity sheets are designed to check learning.
This lesson can also be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3
The resource pack includes:
A comprehensive lesson plan that covers 2 hours of teaching and learning.
37 PowerPoint slides.
2 Exercise sheets with answers in PDF format.
Homework task with answers in PDF format.
The lesson plans are self-explanatory and easy to navigate. Learning objectives are clearly outlined and suitable assessment tools are used to check learning throughout the lesson including Q/A worksheets and discussions . Numeracy skills and differentiation is covered in the lesson planning too.
Contents are delivered vocally and presented visually using PowerPoint; the sequence of the slides coincide with the stages of the lesson plan. Learning objectives are also displayed on PowerPoint at the start of the lesson and can be used to check learning at the end of the lesson.
PowerPoint also provide examples to consolidate learning and the exercise sheets are included with answers in PDF format.
[Research Methods: Non-experiment part 2](http:// https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/research-methods-non-experiment-part-2-access-to-he-psychology-12830668 )
Access to HE: Psychology
Unit: Research Methods
Non-experiment Part 2
Naturalistic observations
Questionnaires / surveys
This lesson covers non-experimental research methods including questionnaires and naturalistic observation. The topic is introduced in a simplified manner to enable learners to easily digest core contents in small parts. In addition, past studies are discussed to reinforce learning and activity sheets are designed to check learning.
This lesson can also be pitched at AS level and BTEC level 3
The resource pack includes:
A comprehensive lesson plan that covers 2 hours of teaching and learning.
20 PowerPoint slides.
Activity sheet with answers in PDF format.
Homework task with answers in PDF format.
2 Handout in PDF format
Optional Activity sheet in PDF format.
The lesson plans are self-explanatory and easy to navigate. Learning objectives are clearly outlined and suitable assessment tools are used to check learning throughout the lesson including Q/A , activities and discussions. This topic and the entire unit is assessed via mock exam and written exam paper which will be subsequently loaded.
Contents are delivered vocally and presented visually using PowerPoint; the sequence of the slides coincide with the stages of the lesson plan. Learning objectives are also displayed on PowerPoint at the start of the lesson and can be used to check learning at the end of the lesson. PowerPoint slides show examples to consolidate learning and the exercise sheets are included with answers in PDF format. Differentiation is also incorporated into the lesson.
Part 1
Research Methods: Non-experiment part 1
This bundle of resource is designed to cover the Research Methods unit in Psychology. The resources are aimed at those studying Access to HE and BTEC course, but can be pitched to teach AS level too.
This bundle is ideal to teach the lessons in sequence and the style of format will help teachers to navigate smoothly through each stage of the lesson plan. Contents are presented in a clear and concise manner to aid learning and at the same time examples are given to consolidate learning.
The resources include scheme of work, 2 hours comprehensive lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, activities and Q/A worksheets to assess learning. Also the pack contains a lesson on a practical experiment , a written mock test and end of module exam paper with answers.
Lesson 1: Terminologies
Lesson 2: Experiment
Lesson 3: Non-experiment part 1
Lesson 4: Non-experiment part 2
Lesson 5: BPS guidelines
Lesson 6: Stroop Exp / mock test
Lesson 7: Written exam paper