The Competency Curriculum Toolkit: Developing the PLTS Framework Through Themed Learning

Beere, Jackie; Boyle, Helen

ISBN 10: 1845901266 / ISBN 13: 9781845901264

Published by Crown House Publishing, 2009

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• Title: The Competency Curriculum Toolkit: Developing the PLTS Framework Through Themed Learning
• Publisher: Crown House Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845901266
• ISBN 13: 9781845901264
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1757945313.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: 40158237
• Signed: 9/15/2025 2:08:33 PM
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Synopsis

This book explores the concept of a competency-based curriculum for KS3 and provides a range of resources for implementing creative learning in schools. It is widely acknowledged that students will need to be fl exible, self-motivated learners if they are to thrive in our rapidly changing global community.

Do students need to nurture their resilience and commitment to learning?

Are schools keen to develop the skills and competencies of learning how to learn, leadership and teamwork ready for their crucial choices in KS4?

Can we help students become more resilient and self reliant by teaching a project based approach that delivers progress in key personal competencies?

Various models for delivery and assessment are considered and schemes of work for projects as well as sample lessons to use in the classroom are provided. In addition, the CD-ROM has a range of PowerPoint presentations for training staff and students.An essential toolkit for all those wishing to develop independent learners.; This book explores the concept of a competency-based curriculum for KS3 and provides a range of resources for implementing creative learning in schools. It is widely acknowledged that students will need to be fl exible, self-motivated learners if they are to thrive in our rapidly changing global community.

About the Authors

Jackie Beere MBA OBE worked as a newspaper journalist before starting a career in teaching and school leadership. She was awarded the OBE in 2002 for developing innovative learning programmes. Since 2006 she has been offering training in the latest strategies for learning, developing emotionally intelligent leadership and growth mindsets. She is the author of several bestselling books on teaching, learning and coaching, as well as being a qualified Master Practitioner in NLP.

Helen Boyle has spent the last ten years working in education, leading and implementing innovative teaching and learning initiatives and since 2004 has been the lead teacher at Campion School developing the RSA Opening Minds programme at key stage three.