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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials. 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! Contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

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We offer an extensive range of engaging resource that are proven to educate learners of various ages and abilities. Our catalogue of workbooks cover an array of subjects including Functional Skills, Maths, English, Digital Skills, Retail, Employability, Social Development and Tutorials. 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! Contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.
BTEC Workskills L1- UNIT 26 - Using a CV  and Covering letter to Apply for a Job - Final Assignment
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BTEC Workskills L1- UNIT 26 - Using a CV and Covering letter to Apply for a Job - Final Assignment

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These series of resources has 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 or producing an effective and successful CV and covering letter and covers the following criteria. UNIT 26 - Using a CV and Covering letter to Apply for a Job 1. Know the purpose of a CV and covering letter 2. Know the type of information usually included in a CV and covering letter 3. Know the importance of references in a CV 4. Be able to produce a CV and covering letter for a job application A Fully editable WORD DOC version is available if required. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop
Functional Skills Maths - Challenge Workbook 1 - Addition
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Functional Skills Maths - Challenge Workbook 1 - Addition

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These workbooks have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve a Functional Skills Maths Certificate at Entry level. 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 very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular workbook primarily focuses on ‘addition’ and can be easily adapted as available to download as a PDF file to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level. A Word version is available just message me for this format. This installment includes: Dominoes Challenge Dominoes (Test your friends) Roll the dice! Family Picnic & Quiz Piggy Pairs Numbers Game Against the clock Squares Count Pyramid Puzzle (easy, Medium, Hard) Colour your own sums Counting the Pennies Holiday Money Number Line Counting Let’s use Tally (Farmyard Task) Time for Bingo (Bingo & Caller cards included) All other Functional Skills Challenge Workbooks in this series will be available soon on TES and will cover other essential criteria such as: Subtraction Multiplication Division Lines and scales Using a Calculator Estimating and Rounding Number Patterns Percentages Ratios Fractions Decimals
City & Guilds Unit 404 - Effective Communication - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 404 - Effective Communication - Workbook/Final Assignment

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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 the importance of Effective Communication and making applications and covers the following criteria. Level 1- UNIT 404- Effective Communication 1 Understand why effective communication is important 2 Understand the importance of positive and appropriate behaviour 3 Understand the importance of feedback 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.
Retail Skills Workbook Series 4 - Teamwork
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Retail Skills Workbook Series 4 - Teamwork

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The 4th instalment in a series 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. This particular series focuses on Teamwork and includes the following: 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 Series 1, 2 and 4 available at the TES Smartbooks Shop Look out for the FLASHCARD Resource 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.n
Retail Skills FLASHCARDS
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Retail Skills FLASHCARDS

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This series of FLASHCARDS are based around Retail and accompany the Retail Skills Workbook Series available here on TES, however can be used just as effectively as a standalone resource. 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. Retail Skills Workbook Series 1, 2, 3 & 4 available. Series 5 Coming Soon
City & Guilds Unit 434 - Interpersonal Relationships - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 434 - Interpersonal Relationships - Workbook/Final Assignment

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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
Functional Skills - Cooking - Practical & Theory Bundle Fajitas, Pizza & Cottage Pie
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Functional Skills - Cooking - Practical & Theory Bundle Fajitas, Pizza & Cottage Pie

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These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of World Foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. 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. This particular Bundle of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks that will enable them to gain new knowledge of Pizza, Fajitas & Cottage Pie. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a each recipe method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. Each has different tasks that require learners to demonstrate numerous Functional skills: Fajitas What is Fajita? - Learners to choose the right word to complete the correct description. Where did the Fajitas come from? - Reading comprehension with a quiz. (be aware of sensitive vegetarians in the group) Modern Day Fajitas! - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients (includes vegan & Vegetarians) Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health and safety awareness in the Kitchen. What will you need? - A ‘letter fill’ activity revealing the ingredients for the practical element. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook fajitas using various ingredients supplied. Pizza What is Pizza - Introductory small writing task that promotes group discussion. History of the Pizza - A true and False Quiz that will educate learners on facts of this world foods origin (answers on the last page) Types of Pizza - An activity that requires the learner to match up ingredients with the correct pizza name (Italian to English). The Perfect Pizza - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. What will you need? - An embedded maths activity where learners have to calculate the right amounts of ingredients depending on how many pizzas they would have to make. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Margherita pizza using various ingredients supplied. Cottage Pie Lets Start with a Quiz - Introductory Multiple choice and True & False quiz covering history and facts around the Cottage Pie. What can be used - Being a very versatile dish this allows learners to include the basic and less common ingredients. They can discuss different tastes, likes an dislikes. Traditional British foods - An activity that requires the learners to unscramble anagrams of various British foods and brainstorm any others they are familiar with. The Perfect Cottage Pie - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. How to make a Cottage pie (method) - A problem solving task where learners have to rearrange the steps of making a Cottage pie and correctly paste them on to the method they will be using later. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Traditional Cottage Pie using various ingredients supplied.
Functional Skills - Maths - Smarties Investigation
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Functional Skills - Maths - Smarties Investigation

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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and subtly embed valuable functional skills required for assessment. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or Maths sessions. These particular worksheets focus on investigating number and frequency using a tube of Smarties. Learners will gather data and produce a bar chart showing their findings. Learners will then take part in a speaking and listening task that requires them to extract data from other groups allowing them to be able to produce a second chart and accurately present this collective data. 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
City & Guilds Unit 410 - Keeping Safe - Workbook/Final Assignment
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City & Guilds Unit 410 - Keeping Safe - Workbook/Final Assignment

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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 an assessment to 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 quickly and then signed off. The individual learners can complete these tasks as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook. They would typically follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks, and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses extensively on Keeping Safe in Social Situations. Learner outcomes are as follows; Understand different types of risk to personal safety, i.e. Alcohol, Drugs, Sexual activity etc. Understand ways of minimising risks to personal safety Know sources of support available, how to access these and the benefits. 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; feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key; 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.
Transition Pack For New Learners - Assessments/Personal Profile/Hopes & Fears/Course Info Etc.
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Transition Pack For New Learners - Assessments/Personal Profile/Hopes & Fears/Course Info Etc.

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This transition pack has been put together to allow you as a Teacher/ tutor to gather information about new learners that will be joining your provision at the beginning of a new curriculum year and for the learners to become familiar with the college/school, the course and how things are going to look before they start. It includes various assessment tasks and activities than can be used very effectively in the classroom during a transition or induction process. Alternatively it can be posted to learners for them to complete at home, they can then send it back to their provisions Teacher/Tutor. pack The files includes an editable template that can be adapted to your own establishment and an example pack that has been successfully used by a Local College. It is broken down into various tasks, activities and information. About the course/Programme An example Timetable Learner Profile Page Functional Skills assessment • Maths Task • English Activity • ICT Challenge Hopes and Fears Learner Questions Parents/Carers Questions The course in Pictures (previous picture of learners taking part in fun and engaging activities) Conclusion and Contact Details. 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
Functional Skills - Maths - Time for a Holiday
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Functional Skills - Maths - Time for a Holiday

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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 help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. They can also 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 and promote creativity and individuality. The first task in this instalment is a warm-up activity and tests the learner’s knowledge of Seaside towns in the UK and their locations. It’s an excellent task to use on a SMART Board or in separate groups on A3 paper. The second task requires them to study a series of weather graphs and answer questions to confirm they can read and extract the correct information. The final task involves budgeting a holiday to Newquay using a fictional scenario and an allowance of £650. EXTENSION TASKS Task 1 - Ask learners to find the location of other towns and activities. Task 2 - Extend questions to work out the Mean, Mode and Median. Task 3 - Limit the Budget or change the scenario to make it more challenging. 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
Functional Skills Cooking-Burgers-Theory & Practical Tasks
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Functional Skills Cooking-Burgers-Theory & Practical Tasks

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These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on various foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks and a practical cooking session. Answers for the theory sections are included. The Practical Element requires learners to pair up and follow a method to cook a homemade burger. They then can complete a written evaluation which includes guided questioning. Any photographs taken during the practical will be attached as additional evidence. Finally, a Tutor/Teacher can give feedback and promote target setting in areas needing improvement, i.e. confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available, so please 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.
Functional Skills - English - Match Of The Day - Football
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Functional Skills - English - Match Of The Day - Football

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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 English/Tutorials sessions. 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). This particular workbook focuses on reading comprehension and includes a fictional football match report. The Learners are set tasks to confirm understanding by answering open questions, determining true, false or unknown information and differentiating between the facts and opinions within the article. Extension Activity - Learners can re write segments of the report using their own words and terminology and including both fact and opinion. They could also write a report on an actual game that could include their favourite football team. It requires learners to demonstrate various skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills as are necessary for assessment. 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
Digital Functional Skills - Mod 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.8 - Device Errors
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Digital Functional Skills - Mod 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.8 - Device Errors

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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 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 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. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information Unit - 1.8 - Know when there is a problem with a device or software and know the difference between system errors. This resource includes: Task 1 – An introductory discussion where learners are to share experiences of things that have gone wrong, and frustrations caused when using any type of digital device. Learner will then uncover other common malfunction using images. Task 2 - Learners will become familiar the difference between User and System errors and give 2 examples for each. Task 3 – Learners will demonstrate their understanding by looking at 10 scenarios that all portray real life problems and identifying whether it is a system error, user error or a combination of both. Task 4 & 5 - Learners will determine 5 common viruses from the images and Research the characteristics, functions and how each virus operates. They will add this information to the table. A Guided answer sheet is included for Tasks 1,4 &5 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. 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.
Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.6 - Using Files
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Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.6 - Using Files

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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. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information Unit 1.6. Use files to read and store information (including creating a file, opening a file, reading information from a file, editing a file, saving a file). This resource includes: Task 1 - Learners to gain an understanding of digital files, how they work, what are their main functions and the benefits and advantages of compared to traditional physical documents. (Answers to Task included) Task 2 - Learners will become familiar with 7 of the most common digital file types and are asked to break each down with a clear description and research reasons we may need to use them. (guidance to Task included) Task 3 - Learners will look at the impact of the digital age and how we operate now in comparison with only a few years back. They will also become familiar with new and older forms of technology. Task 4 & 5 - Is a basic introduction into some of the skills they will be required to demonstrate in Module 2 (resources will be available in 2024). In ‘Task4’ they will use Microsoft WORD to open an existing Text Document, edit it following a series of instructions, save the document and print off as evidence. Learners will need to access Word Doc – ‘SB Football Rules - WORD File - To be Edited’. Both this and a completed example are included with download. In ‘Task 5’Learners will access a JPEG File and use Microsoft Photo Viewer or Paint 3D to edit it however they want using the tools available within the software. They will need to save the amended image, print it off and attach to the workbook as evidence. Learners will need to access ‘SB Sunrise - JPEG File - To be Edited’. Both this and a completed example are included with download. Task 6 – Learners can now demonstrate their new knowledge to open, create, edit and save a digital file. They can use any off the 7 file types looked at in the unit. They will need to print off their work as evidence and could also share with the group. Also includes a Skills and Knowledge Checklist and Glossary with key words for learners to complete.
Digital Functional Skills - Mod 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.7 - Organising Files
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Digital Functional Skills - Mod 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.7 - Organising Files

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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 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 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. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information – Unit - 1.7 - Use files and folders to organise and retrieve information (including local and remote storage). This resource includes: Task 1 – An introductory discussion where learners are to identify areas of their life they like to keep organised and share opinions on the benefits mirroring this good practice in their digital world. Task 2 - Learners will become familiar folder hierarchy and the importance of categorising and naming main folders as part of this process. Task 3 - Learners will demonstrate they can structure folders sub folders and files correctly using cut out templates. The challenge can be undertaken, individually, in pairs or groups and even timed for an element of competition. (Tutor Answers included) Task 4 - Learners will determine 5 authentic and 5 misleading tips for Digital Housekeeping. (Tutor Answers included) Task 5 - Learner will follow 6 mini tasks to demonstrate their ability of knowledge gained so far. The tutor will observe and using a witness checklist, sign off each one completed task. Task 6 – Learners to read/discuss the statements that describe remote and local storage and match the correct benefits and considerations from the list. They will also need to recognise 3 main cloud serve providers. Task 7 - The last task requires learners to put the knowledge gained from this unit into practice and implement a thorough and efficient tidy up on their digital devices i.e. phone tablet, pc laptop etc. 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. 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.
FLASHCARDS 'HALLOWEEN 2018 SPECIAL'
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FLASHCARDS 'HALLOWEEN 2018 SPECIAL'

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Halloween Special installment from the GraingeED FLASHCARD series. The following Flashcards are based around ‘Halloween’ a festival celebrated around the world at the end of October and should be printed out on card (preferably) double sided, cut out and used anyway that works best for you. 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.
Writing with Fibonacci
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Writing with Fibonacci

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One of the difficulties that students encounter when faced with a writing task in English is how to get started and then cohesively develop that thought. I find that many of them, especially younger students, rebel at the idea of rigorous planning and drafting, just wanting to get it down. Others face a barrier of fear. I came across the idea of using the Fibonacci sequence for extended and creative writing by accident when searching an online thesaurus. I immediately saw the sense in it and decided to apply it in the classroom. It worked. It solved the problem. There was now a way to plan, draft, develop and craft in small pieces that led to a satisfying cohesive whole. Some were amazed at just how much they could write and how they could creatively extend their writing in terms of thought provoking discussion. In lower ability classes it provided an element of fun and removed the daunting prospect of extended writing with higher word counts. In the higher ability groups it opened up the channel for students comfortably working at grade ‘C’ to move out of that comfort zone and stretch upwards towards the A* that so many of them had the potential to reach. When I analysed the results I found that two things contributed to the success. 1. The fact that a piece of extended writing is built step at a time through developing levels of skill. This encouraged confidence. 2. The framework encouraged the skill of planning, drafting, and editing. Choosing the right words and the most effective order of words, within a gradually increasing number of words, developed vocabulary, sentence structure, and lifted the content away from basic repetition of facts. Students had the confidence to ‘craft’ their writing. The resource that follows uses an example in which the students can engage collaboratively. There is then an individual assignment for them to complete using the sequence. As it stands it fits criteria suited to the ‘gifted and talented’ of Key Stage 3, and will be of value in Key Stage 4 to move those ‘C’ grade learners out of their comfort zone and stretch them upwards. However, it can be adapted quite easily for students of lower ability. Post 16 students who achieved low grade GCSE and need to either re-sit or complete Functional Skills English at level 2 will also find this pattern helps build their skills. The resource has been designed in a workbook format. However, it doesn’t have to be used that way. It can be copied and pasted onto a presentation for whole class collaborative discussion and writing projects. Each page has been formatted so that it stands alone and therefore can be photocopied separately and used at appropriate times in the lesson (s). It has been left in Microsoft Word format so that it is editable by teachers who wish
Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.3 - Apply Settings
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Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.3 - Apply Settings

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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. ividual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and signed off. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information Unit - 1.3 Apply system settings (including display, sound, Wi-Fi, time, language, accessibility). This resource includes: Task 1 – Learners to become familiar with the system settings menu using Microsoft windows and identify specific settings found in each category i.e. Personalisation, Network etc. Task 2 – Learners will navigate System settings, locate particular icons and give reasons why they may need to be accessed and applied. Task 3 – Learners to read 3 scenarios and find a solution for each. They will also show clearly where to locate the setting required. Task 4 – Learners to create 2 of their own scenarios and challenge their peers to fins a solution using an appropriate system setting. Task 5 – Includes a selection of Flashcards that can be cut out, printed on cardboard or laminated and used to reinforce knowledge of system settings. Learners can also be given a card randomly and then demonstrate, using a device, how to apply that particular system setting. 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 when appropriate are also included. 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.
Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.4 -Navigate online
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Digital Functional Skills - Module 1 - Using Devices & Handling Information - 1.4 -Navigate online

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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. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information. Unit - 1.4 Navigate online content to locate required information. This resource includes: Task 1 - Learners will correctly type 2 URL examples into a browser and record details about the different websites. Learner can continue this task by entering their own URLs to help familiarise themselves further with this practice. Task 2 - Learners will understand the difference between a browser and a search engine and show this by ticking the correct box next to each example logo. Task 3 - Learners to unscramble some of the various reasons why we all use the internet. They will also give some examples of their own. Task 4 - Learners will give examples of effective keywords to use when searching for relevant information online. Task 5 - Learners will show an understanding of how to check the validity of information found online and will choose 6 example websites to demonstrate this. Task 6 - Learners will follow step by step instructions on how to save websites into a browser and then bookmark 3 of their own for easier access. Task 7 - This section explains how Hyperlinks work and allows the learners to gain an understanding of the key components. Learner can then go online and navigate around a website of their choice using Hyperlinks and discuss the benefits. Task 8 - Learners to become familiar with the navigation tools found in browser (chrome) and match the correct name and function of 14 examples. 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 when appropriate are also included. 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.