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Welcome to the PS Training Services resource shop. There are a mixture of English Language, English Literature and Mathematics resources in this shop. These resources have been developed throughout my teaching career, which has included: * Secondary School teaching (English Language, Literature, Mathematics) in the UK and New Zealand * Private Tutor for 4+ years (ages 8 - adult) * Adult Education Teacher for 5+ years A variety of resources are available, including paper based and digital.

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Welcome to the PS Training Services resource shop. There are a mixture of English Language, English Literature and Mathematics resources in this shop. These resources have been developed throughout my teaching career, which has included: * Secondary School teaching (English Language, Literature, Mathematics) in the UK and New Zealand * Private Tutor for 4+ years (ages 8 - adult) * Adult Education Teacher for 5+ years A variety of resources are available, including paper based and digital.
Bob's Gaming Store
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Bob's Gaming Store

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This resource is designed for KS2 (Y4-6) to help students develop their skills in: * Multiplication (using grid method) * Understanding money * Long Addition * Converting pounds and pennies It is themed around buying video games (all child friendly) and can be updated to include more modern games for future years teaching. Can also be used for Functional Skills Level 1
Fraction Calculations
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Fraction Calculations

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1 x introduction powerpoint on finding a fraction of an amount (Eg find 3/5 of 20) 1 x questions powerpoint on finding fractions of amounts, including real life contexts SUITABLE FOR: KS2/KS3/KS4 *DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCE I work for a digital learning school. Most activities are designed to be completed on a laptop/chromebook and links to further digital learning will require an internet connection. *
Solving Inequalities
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Solving Inequalities

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1 x Powerpoint Introduction 1 x Powerpoint Questions 2 x Word Document Worksheets SUITABLE FOR: KS3/KS4 *DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCE I work for a digital learning school. Most activities are designed to be completed on a laptop/chromebook and links to further digital learning will require an internet connection. *
Number Skills - Revision Activity
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Number Skills - Revision Activity

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For: KS2, KS3, KS4 Skills: Number Revision Topics included: Multiplication Standard Form Arithmetic Ratio Decimals Currency Conversion Negatives Percentages Cubes, Squares, Roots Fractions Short activities for students to complete. Ideal for Chromebooks.
Introduction to Algebraic Expressions
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Introduction to Algebraic Expressions

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Introduction Powerpoint and Questions Powerpoint on writing your own Algebraic Expressions. SUITABLE FOR: KS3/KS4 *I work for a digital learning school. Most activities are designed to be completed on a laptop/chromebook and links to further digital learning will require an internet connection. *
Microsoft Excel - what do the buttons do?
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Microsoft Excel - what do the buttons do?

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Resource which reviews the Microsoft Excel buttons (MS 2013 + ) Useful for Functional Skills L1 and L2, as well as introduction to Excel courses, ICT training and CPD up-skilling. Highlights the uses of the common 'HOME' tab buttons and explains how they can be used within Excel.
Government Booklets - Persuasion and Presentation Techniques
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Government Booklets - Persuasion and Presentation Techniques

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During the EU referendum, the electoral commission and the Government sent out booklets to explain the positions of both campaigns. These powerpoints deconstruct both booklets, looking at: * Presentation techniques * Layout and format * Language choices * Use of persuasive techniques * Fact, Opinion and Bias Used with L1 and L2 learners for Functional Skills, and for private tuition students preparing for GCSEs.
Percentages - the easy way
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Percentages - the easy way

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PowerPoint presentation to introduce the the basics of calculating percentages. Simple, visual and easy to follow. This was designed to take the fear out of percentage calculations for adult learners who struggled to understand the basic concepts of the subject. This resource follows directly on from the "Fractions - the easy way" and uses the same concepts and explanations. Learning Objective: to understand how to calculate percentages with the aid of a calculator Suitable for: KS3 - Revision KS4 - Revision Functional Skills L1 and L2 - Teaching/Revision
Layout Features and Presentation
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Layout Features and Presentation

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Powerpoint resource detailing the different Layout and Presentation Features most commonly used in GCSE English reading texts and Functional Skills reading texts Learning Objective - to be able to identify layout and presentation features and understand their impact within different texts. Suitable for: KS3 Teaching KS4 Revision Adult Learners - Functional Skills L1 and L2 Can be displayed as a PowerPoint or turned into a printed handout for reference. This is a topic which my Functional Skills learners struggle with significantly, both the native English speakers and the ESOL learners. This PowerPoint has significantly improved their understanding of the topic and ability to answer exam questions on this subject.
Probability
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Probability

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Presentation for teaching Probability Covers: Meaning of probability Calculating a Single probability Fractions, Decimals and Percentage expressions Drawing and labeling probability lines Constructing a probability tree Calculating a two step probability using fractions Created for teaching Maths Functional Skill (Level 1 and Level 2) to adults. Suitable for lower ability KS3 and KS4 (especially for GCSE exam revision).
Bad Teacher Bingo
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Bad Teacher Bingo

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Learning Objective: To understand how negative mindsets can be passed from teacher to learner This game is for teacher trainees, or for teachers taking part in CPD. It can also be used for assessors, teaching assistants and classroom volunteers. The aim of the game is to get people to reflect on their own experiences in learning and consider how their attitudes to learning can impact upon their teaching style. Negative 'teacher cliches' are highlighted and the negative impacts of these are discussed in the 'discussion points' handout, alongside suggested alternative phrases which foster a more positive learning environment. The resource was designed specifically to look at negative attitudes towards mathematics, but could be adapted for any subject area if you know any alternative teacher cliches from your own department! Pack includes: PowerPoint Instructions Bingo Cards Discussion Points handout Bingo Caller's Card with all points revealed
IF Statements and Absolute Cell References
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IF Statements and Absolute Cell References

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PowerPoint resource to cover IF statements and Absolute Cell references. These two are often assessed in combination by the Pearsons ICT Functional Skills (L2) assessments and combining them within one set of training seemed like a good idea. The PowerPoint breaks down the process of writing an IF statement, including a refresher on brackets, and then incorporates an absolute cell reference to use at the end . Encourage learners to create their own version of the Excel sheet displayed on the screen and to type in the functions to see how they work. Uses colour coding and builds up the IF statement one section at a time. Ideal for visual learners. Used to teach ICT Functional Skills to adults who have not yet mastered using Excel spreadsheets.
Functional Skills English - Assessment Criteria
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Functional Skills English - Assessment Criteria

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This resource bundle breaks down the Criteria and requirements for the Functional Skills English assessments PLEASE NOTE THE CRITERIA HAVE ALL BEEN MATCHED TO PEARSONS EDEXCEL This bundle covers Level 1 and Level 2 Useful for adult learners who need to know what they are being assessed against in the FS examinations. Useful for tutors/trainers/assessors who are new to teaching Functional Skills
Essay Structure Powerpoint - PEAs are good for you!
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Essay Structure Powerpoint - PEAs are good for you!

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Powerpoint examining how a strong essay structure can improve the quality of a student's written work. Follows the PEA (Point, Evidence, Analysis) structure and provides examples/elaborations on each aspect. Good for GCSE students, can be related to both English Language and English Literature. Please feel free to amend examples to relate to texts being studied by your own classes! Texts referenced in this powerpoint include: Romeo and Juliet Poetry of Wilfred Owen Of Mice and Men Lord Of The Flies
Homophones
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Homophones

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Collection of 4 PowerPoint resources on Homophones: Where/Were/We're/Wear To/Too/Two There/Their/They're Your/You're
The English Language - Nuts and Bolts Booklet
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The English Language - Nuts and Bolts Booklet

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Word Document booklet - revision tool for basic punctuation, including: Capital Letters Full Stops Question Marks Exclamation Marks Commas Paragraphs Apostrophes - Omission, Possessive, Possessive Plural It's/Its and Who's/Whose Learning Objective - to be able to use basic punctuation accurately Suitable for: KS3 Revision KS4 Revision Adult Learners - Functional Skills L1 and L2 This can be used as a complete booklet, or separate sheets on different topics can be extracted for targeted topic revision. The booklet was written for adults, but would be suitable for KS3 and KS4 classes as revision in the run up to end-of-year and external exams. The booklet covers all of the necessary punctuation for L1 and most of the L2 Functional Skills writing exams.
Convert, Add, Subtract Fractions
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Convert, Add, Subtract Fractions

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1 x introduction powerpoint - add, subtract, convert fractions 1 x question powerpoint - add, subtract, convert fractions 1 x introduction powerpoint - improper and proper fractions 1 x question powerpoint - improper and proper fractions SUITABLE FOR: KS3/KS4 *DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCE I work for a digital learning school. Most activities are designed to be completed on a laptop/chromebook and links to further digital learning will require an internet connection. *
Number Sequences and Nth Terms
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Number Sequences and Nth Terms

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1 x introduction powerpoint and 1 x question power point on number sequences and finding the nth term 1 x introduction powerpoint and 1 x question powerpoint on using the nth term SUITABLE FOR: KS3/KS4 *DIGITAL LEARNING RESOURCE I work for a digital learning school. Most activities are designed to be completed on a laptop/chromebook and links to further digital learning will require an internet connection. *