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LEARNING FOR LIFE AND WORK, EMPLOYABILITY – RESOURCE CD SAMPLES

This PDF contains samples of the material available on this resource CD, in the following order:

2 samples of: Entry Level Qualification worksheetsThis resource consists of specially adapted handouts and revision worksheets, helping to prepare ELQ candidates for assessment. The tasks set and language used are similar to those in the examination, helping students to become familiar with what is expected of them. These worksheets are similar in format to the Handouts to support the text and may be useful for a mixed ability class. As with the other handouts, they can be issued to students individually or as a booklet.

2 samples of: Fact sheets These sheets contain key facts from the textbook. They are designed to help students learn key facts when preparing for their examination, or as a source of information for controlled assessment tasks.

4 samples of: Handouts to support the text These handouts follow the textbook, chapter by chapter. They are designed to supplement the activities in the book or to give an alternative student activity. These worksheets contain a range of activities to suit different learning styles and abilities. They could be given to students as individual sheets, perhaps for a homework task, or photocopied as a student workbook to form the basis of a series of lessons.

2 samples of: Revision worksheets These worksheets also follow the chapters in the textbook and can be used as individual sheets or compiled as a booklet. This resource is designed to help students revise in preparation for their examination. Many of the tasks are similar in style to GCSE questions and may use the same ‘trigger words’.

Also on the CD are some Photograph Resources, which are not in the samples for copyright reasons.These are for projection onto a screen. They may be useful as a lesson introduction or discussion starter. Suggested discussion questions are given for each topic.

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LOCAL AND GLOBALCITIZENSHIP

FOR CCEA GCSE

LEARNING FOR LIFE & WORK

EMPLOYABILITYFOR CCEA GCSE

LEARNING FOR LIFE & WORK

EMPLOYABILITY ELQ 2

WORLDWIDE BUYING AND SELLING

Read the source in the box below and answer the questions which follow:

Many things we buy are not produced in Northern Ireland:• Computers• Mobile phones• Clothes and shoes• Oranges and bananas

(a) Write down three products from overseas.

1.

2.

3.

(b) Write down two good points about worldwide buying and selling.

Good point

1.

Good point

2.

(c) Write down two bad points about worldwide buying and selling.

Bad point

1.

Bad point

2.

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EMPLOYABILITY ELQ 13

HEALTH AND SAFETYLook at the source in the box below and answer the questions which follow:

NO HATNO BOOTS NO VESTNO JOB!

(a) Write down three things workers must wear to stay safe.

1.

2.

3.

(b) What happens to a worker who does not wear safety clothes?

(c) Write down two good points about following health and safety advice at work.

Good point

1.

Good point

2.

Write down two ways employers can keep people safe at work.

1.

2.


EMPLOYABILITY FACT SHEET 4

JANE CLARK10 Hill Street, Newtown, NT17 2AW

Tel: 10234 556 789Date of Birth: 11/12/95

Education

Newtown Primary School, Hillview Road, Newtown: September 1999–June 2006Newtown High School, Valley Close, Newtown: September 2006–June 2011

GCSEs to be completed in June 2011: Maths, English, Science (Double Award), Drama, French, Geography, ICT, Religious Education (Short Course).

Work Experience

The Supermarket, High Street, Newtown Duration: Saturdays and school holidays.

Role and responsibilities: Cashier dealing with customers, stock control.

Newtown Council Offices, Newtown Duration: Work experience in year 11.

Role and responsibilities: Working at the reception desk, using a switchboard and computer, delivering and collecting the post.

Skills and personal qualities

I am an adaptable person. I have a good telephone manner, am confident when dealing with customers and when speaking in front of people. I have an outgoing personality, find it easy to make friends and can work well in a team. I am punctual and rarely absent from school.

Interests

I enjoy reading, dancing, swimming and hockey.

I am currently training for the Bronze Medallion in Lifesaving.

I play hockey for my school and I am on the 1st XI team.

I am a member of my local Girls’ Brigade and help out at the church crèche on Sunday mornings.

References

Mr B Jones, Head of Year 12, Newtown High School, Newtown, NT16 3HS.Ms V Smith, Manager, The Supermarket, High Street, Newtown, NT18 6SM

EXAMPLE OF A CV


EMPLOYABILITY FACT SHEET 9

The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment was established as one of the Departments under the Good Friday Agreement. DETI plays a vital role in Northern Ireland’s economic development by developing policies in the areas outlined below. An example of a current priority or area of development is given next to each.

• Enterprise – A priority in this area is a new strategy to give better support to local enterprises. The aim is to co-ordinate the work of the various departments and organisations that have a role to play.

• Social Economy – The development of Social Economy has been given priority by DETI from 2008 to 2011. Social Economy is concerned with the development of the local community, particularly areas of economic disadvantage.

• Innovation – Stimulating business growth and encouraging new ideas are made priorities in this area.

• Energy – The focus for development in this area is renewable energy. DETI plans to have new regulations in place by April 2011.

• Telecoms – Improving broadband is a priority as high speed communications can help local businesses compete on the global market.

• Tourism – There is a lot of scope to boost tourism and increase the contribution it makes to the economy. DETI have made this area of development a priority.

Sponsored agenciesDETI sponsor a number of agencies that help to deliver their economic policies. These agencies are referred to as Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs).

Invest NI is responsible for business support in Northern Ireland. It is dealt with in more detail on Fact Sheet 10.

For further information visit: www.detini.gov.ukSource: © Crown copyright, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v1.0.

DEPARTMENT OF ENTERPRISE, TRADE AND INVESTMENT (DETI)

DETI’s goal is “to grow a dynamic, innovative economy”


THE IMPACT OF GLOBALISATION ON EMPLOYMENTCHAIN REACTION CYCLES

EMPLOYMENT HANDOUT 6

Read the following article:

Chain Reaction Cycles is an example of a business that has had great success from e-marketing. The business is based at Doagh, in Co Antrim.

Chain Reaction Cycles (CRC) was established in 1984 starting out as a small independent bike shop and since then has grown to become the world’s leading online bike store.

In June of 2005 CRC moved to new purpose built premises. At the planning stages the decision was made to incorporate a state of the art showroom into the new location enabling our customers to call in and experience the personal side of CRC.

CRC ship products all over the world, with its core business comprising of bikes, parts and accessories, CRC also sell snow boarding equipment and clothing, motocross parts and a vast selection of branded sports clothing, and boys toyz. They stock many of the industries’ top brands.

During its development CRC has won many awards for its website and business practices. The Managing Director, Chris Watson was also nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year 2006.

Information taken from http://www.nijobs.com/Chain-Reaction-Cycles-Ltd-Jobs-2833.aspx

Answer the following questions, using information from the article and your own knowledge:

1. What factors have helped Chain Reaction Cycles to become so successful?

2. Do you think Internet trading has helped with this success? Give reasons for your answer.


THE IMPACT OF GLOBALISATION ON EMPLOYMENTMIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION


2. Write a paragraph describing some of the problems facing migrant workers.

1. Explain in your own words what each of the following means:


RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PRACTICES FOR EMPLOYMENT SKILLS


1. Explain in your own words what each of the following means:

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

CREATIVE SKILLS

PERSONAL SKILLS

2. Explain why transferable skills are important for employers and employees.

3. Explain why soft skills are important in the workplace.


ISSUES OF SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND SOURCES OF SUPPORTDEPARTMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT AND LEARNING (DEL)


1. What is the aim of this organisation?

2. When was it set up?

3. Who do they help?

4. How do they do this?


EMPLOYABILITY REVISION WORKSHEET 6

THE IMPACT OF GLOBALISATION ON EMPLOYMENTMIGRATION AND IMMIGRATION

1. Explain what is meant the following terms:

MIGRATION

EMIGRATION

IMMIGRATION

2. Give two problems that might be faced by a migrant worker in Northern Ireland.

(i)

(ii)

3. Identify and explain three reasons why some people emigrate from Northern Ireland.

(i)

(ii)

(ii)


EMPLOYABILITY REVISION WORKSHEET 17

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEESSOCIAL AWARENESS

1. Identify and explain three actions a business can take to show responsibility for the environment.

(i)

(ii)

(iii)

2. Explain what is meant by the following terms:

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

RENEWABLE ENERGY

CARBON FOOTPRINT


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