Professional, engaging, ready to use resources. PowerPoints, Worksheets, Crosswords
I have a varied background working in both education and the corporate world. I've held management roles, teaching roles and entrepreneurial ventures. I've been involved in adult education for the past two decades. My teaching areas are computing and workplace communication skills. I also have my CELTA and have experience teaching English as a second language. I love creating resources for all of the above.
Professional, engaging, ready to use resources. PowerPoints, Worksheets, Crosswords
I have a varied background working in both education and the corporate world. I've held management roles, teaching roles and entrepreneurial ventures. I've been involved in adult education for the past two decades. My teaching areas are computing and workplace communication skills. I also have my CELTA and have experience teaching English as a second language. I love creating resources for all of the above.
This resource has been set up to provide a framework to ensure that when writing a business training proposal all areas are covered. It is important to do this for clear communication, as well as to protect yourself and your business from loss if things don't go to plan.
You can simply open this document and edit it to meet your requirements. There are standard clauses that can be used for copyright, or you can alter to suit your needs. The 13 section topics are listed below:
1. Background / Purpose
2. Training Needs Assessment
3. Course Content
4. Training Methods
5. Training Venue / Facilities
6. Dates and Times
7. Confidentiality
8. Return on Investment (ROI)
9. Training Costs / Investment
10. Copyright and Other Rights
11. Cancellation
12. Force Majeure
13. Acceptance of Proposal
This resource contains documents that are useful to use when teaching about workplace forms. They provide good examples with graphics of Accident and Hazard forms. Learners can enter in their workplace forms and also their specific workplace examples of accidents, incidents and hazards that could affect the safety of themselves and others in the workplace. The documents can be edited for specific company details.
There is also a standard form that can be filled out as an activity for students.
This resource has been developed as a practice Exercise for learners who have been introduced to Pivot Tables in Excel.
It is a practical task that can be undertaken in teams, pairs or individually. It includes a set of data that needs to be analysed. Learners are required to brainstorm questions that a Sales Manager would need to know about the transactional data. They then create pivot tables based on the questions.
There is a second spreadsheet that contains 8 sample questions and pivot tables that relate to the questions.
This activity has been well received in my classroom of adult learners. They become very engaged in the process and develop a better understanding of the use of pivot tables.
This document contains common words that are found in Health and Safety documentation in the workplace that everyone should be familiar with. On the first page the word is listed with a plain English definition to the right. The next two pages contain cut outs so that a mix and match activity can take place with learners. This is suitable for those with low levels of literacy and / or English as a second language learners. I have put this into practice and it has been very well received within the workplace.
I split the class into groups and they have a competition to see who can finish first and / or get 100% accuracy. Leads to good discussions as well.
This resource contains two CV templates that you can fill in with your own information. The CV's are formatted and have space for you to type in your specific information. There are prompts to help you with this.
They are standard CV's and it will generally be up to personal preference as to which one you will choose to use.
It would be useful to have basic word skills to work with the documents. Delete any information not required by selecting and using the Delete key. Remember a hard page break is Ctrl Enter. Use this instead of just continually using the enter key as this can muck up formatting.
This crossword puzzle with answers covers the key vocabulary that learners need to be exposed to when learning Microsoft Powerpoint.
I use this with my adult learning classes and they really enjoy completing this. It can be done in pairs or groups or individually. It generates useful discussion and is a lot of fun. This is a print and go activity.
Do you need a fun and engaging resource that will get your students thinking about PPE and Health and Safety in general? This fits the bill!
The objective of this game is to be the first player to be fully kitted up with the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and ready to work. E.g. they have all the items written on their list that they need.
Each player needs a sheet of paper and a pen to write their list of PPE – Personal Protective Equipment. The only other item needed is a dice.
The resource contains a word document and a power point presentation to display the game instructions to the class. Alternatively, they could be written on whiteboard or printed out. This game is best played in small groups.
This crossword puzzle with answers covers the key vocabulary that learners need to be exposed to when learning Microsoft Excel Charts.
I use this with my adult learning classes and they really enjoy completing this. It can be done in pairs or groups or individually. It generates useful discussion and is a lot of fun. This is a print and go activity.
The files are provided in both pdf and word format.
This resource can be used during a lesson with Excel Charts. It is useful to become familiar with different chart types and their application. The activities can be carried out individually, in pairs or in teams. It is always more fun to team up, as two heads are better than one and lots of discussion can be generated.
Files are available in both pdf and docx format for editing if required.
Preparation for Mix N Match Activity:
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity Answers’
Laminate the sheets (optional)
Cut out all the segments
Learners now match up all three elements (Chart name, Description, Picture). This activity can be timed and completed in teams to add a competitive edge.
Other Activity Options:
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity without Chart Type’. Learners will review the description and the pictorial view and name the Chart Type.
Print out the document named ‘Chart Type Activity without Description’. Hand out the cut outs of ‘Descriptions’. Learners place them in the appropriate slot.
Print out the document names ‘Chart Type Activity without Picture’. Hand out the cut outs of ‘Pictures’. Learners place them in the appropriate slot.
In this interactive activity you display the Powerpoint provided and learners review and take notes to identify areas of improvement. As the facilitator, you explain that Charlie Brown has just created a presentation and welcomes feedback before delivering to an audience. Tell students that they will be giving feedback at the end of the presentation. There job is to look at each slide and identify areas for improvement.
Ask them to write notes as they go for feedback at the end of the presentation.
This is an extremely useful activity that gets learners thinking about visual aspects of their own presentations. Each side has notes for the trainer to indicate the errors on the slide.
I have used this with many learners. It is an effective activity and generates a lot of good discussion.
This is a Finance vocabulary Crossword Puzzle and Word Search that is suitable for introducing key words to learners. It is a fun activity to complete individually or in teams. Answers are included. Can be used for ESL, Workplace Training or general English.
It is supplied as a pdf and a word document in case you want to edit the descriptions to suit your needs.
There are 20 financial terms contained within the Word Search and Crossword Puzzle. The words are the same for each worksheet.
Word bank below:
Budget
Finance
Debt
Surplus
Net Income
Tax
Expenses
Cash
ATM
Borrow
Broke
Bitcoin
Currency
Interest
Invest
Save
Receipt
Withdraw
Tip
Refund
This resource contains a Table of the most used functions in Excel. It is separated by Core functions, Date Functions, Text Functions, and Lookup / Reference Functions.
It is set out attractively in a table, the column headings being: Function Name, Syntax and Description. It gives a quick reference to over 35 different functions.
It is available in a pdf and word document so that you can make any changes required.
This resource is for those that use Dropbox for file sharing and want to set it up on their iPad.
It contains a graphic easy to understand powerpoint presentation that takes you through the process step by step and a pdf file with extra notes.
** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop.
Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources
This resource contains a worksheet that can be printed out. It has a list of short cut keys pertaining to pivot tables and data management in Excel. The activity is a mix and match. Students are required to match the shortcut with the Description. The answer page is included as well as a blank sheet for further shortcut keys to be added.
I generally use this at the beginning of a lesson, once I’ve covered off a bit of general knowledge around pivot tables. I then encourage students to put these short cuts into practice during the session.
Included is a word document and a pdf file, so further editing is permitted. This activity can be carried out individually, in pairs, or groups to add a competitive edge.
This resource covers Tabs, Tables, Quick Parts, Graphics, Drawing tools, Short cut keys and practice exercises.
It is set out in an easy to follow format and in a Word document so that it can be easily edited if necessary to accommodate version changes.
I have used this as a basis for group training for a wide range of audiences and they have really appreciated the productivity skills contained within the training manual.
This 29 page e-book has been created for Business English Learners that want to improve their business communication skills. In particular those where English is a second language. Email communication is a vital skill to have and reflects on the professionalism of the sender.
There are practice exercises included that cover grammatical mistakes with answers.
Topics covered are:
The Subject Line
Don’t ‘Flame’ People
Levels of Formality to use in Emails
Formal vs Informal
Neutral / Standard
Greetings and Closings
The Body of the Message
Attachments
Proofreading is Vital
Common Mistakes for Learners of English
Spelling
A Costly Mistake
Summary
Transform your classroom into a vibrant Thanksgiving learning environment with this captivating “Thanksgiving Color by Number” activity! This visually appealing and educational resource is designed for both fun and knowledge retention, making it an ideal addition to your lesson plans during the festive season.
Educational and Enjoyable: Bring the spirit of Thanksgiving into your classroom while reinforcing key concepts with 12 thoughtfully crafted multiple-choice questions on Thanksgiving. Students will answer questions related to Thanksgiving traditions, history, and even a touch of international flair. Each correct answer corresponds to a specific color, adding an exciting element of mystery and surprise!
Easy Integration: This product is designed for hassle-free integration into your lesson plans. Use it as a warm-up activity, a standalone lesson, or even as a fun and educational homework assignment. With clear instructions and answer keys provided, you can focus on facilitating engaging discussions and interactions.
Why Teachers Love It:
Engages students with a festive twist on learning.
Reinforces key concepts in an enjoyable manner.
Promotes critical thinking through multiple-choice questions.
Easily adaptable to various classroom settings.
Encourages creativity and attention to detail.
Just print and go!
If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.
This Crossword Puzzle fun activity is just what you need for your students to get familiar with vocabulary around Classroom Debating. There is no prep at all required if you use the digital pdf, or if you want to you can print it out as a worksheet for students to write on . Great activity for starting or reviewing a session on Debating Skills.
It is provided in a PDF format which is both digital and printable. This means that students / learners can type directly into the PDF as soon as it is opened. Then optionally, save their work and send to you for checking if required.
What you get:
A digital version for students to type directly onto
A digital version with Word Bank displayed
A printable version
A printable version with Word Bank discplayed
An answer sheet
Words:
Debate
Affirmative
Negative
Argument
Rebuttal
Counterargument
Moderator
Cross-Examination
Evidence
Logic
Relevance
Decorum
Timekeeping
Research
Self-Confidence
Answer key provided.
If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.
This is an excellent resource to use for groups of people that have just come together, as a class or as a project team. It consists of an interactive powerpoint presentation that introduces the topic of values and starts the thought process of what values really are and why they are so important to identify on a personal and group level.
The resource also contains a three page worksheet that has over 50 values listed. The group go through and identify their own values and then as a team agree on the top 5 values going forward. This is a great bonding exercise and allows the group to identify their own values and beliefs instead of having a teacher and / or facilitator imposing them on them. It is also a good team building activity that tests their negotiation skills.
Sets the stage for an excellent learning programme to commence with motivated learners.
** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop.
Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources
Are you looking for no prep, engaging resources on Health and Safety in the Workplace? This lesson starts with a reading passage and has true / false questions as well as more in depth comprehension questions for students to answer.
What’s Included:
One-Page Reading Passage: Our one-page reading passage introduces students to the vital concepts of workplace health and safety. This high school level content is designed to be informative, accessible, and thought-provoking.
10 True/False Questions: Test your students’ understanding with 10 true/false questions that cover key points from the reading passage. These questions encourage critical thinking and comprehension, allowing you to assess their grasp of the topic.
10 Comprehension Questions: Deepen your students’ engagement with the topic using our carefully designed comprehension questions. These questions encourage students to think critically about workplace safety concepts and apply their knowledge.
Answer Sheets: No need to worry about grading! We provide answer sheets for both the true/false and comprehension questions, making assessment a breeze.
Clear Instructions: Our easy-to-follow instructions guide you through using this resource effectively in your classroom, whether in-person or through distance learning.
10 Optional Activities: Take your teaching to the next level with 10 additional optional activities. From case studies to safety skits, these activities are designed to captivate your students’ interest and enhance their understanding of workplace health and safety. These activities are perfect for differentiation and promoting active participation.
If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.