This is a 8 page workbook that introduces the topic of the Johari Window. This is a widely used model for understanding and training in a variety of self-awareness dependent activities such as: personal development, communications, interpersonal relationships, group dynamics, team development and inter-group relationships. I use this as a team building exercise, particularly when teams need to build trust so that they can move to a high performing phase. It is also beneficial to find out more about yourself and how others see you generally. A worksheet is included for participants to gain insights into the different quadrants and where they fit within these. ** 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 20 slide editable PPT presentation and pdf file suitable for ESOL, ESL and workplace learners. Small Talk is an essential communications skill. The presentation is colourful, to a professional standard and has lots of clip art and activities for learners to engage in. It also has a printout for the teacher that gives directions for activities for each slide that is useful as a Lesson Plan. Learning Objectives: Understand the meaning of Small Talk. The benefits of using it. Know when it is appropriate to use. Understand what Small Talk is not. Be able to engage in Small Talk. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources Please remember to Follow Me to receive further updates and new resource offerings. Thanks.

This is a great Crack the Code puzzle to use to review vocabulary around the theme of Easter. There are 12 words listed. Can be used for ESL, workplace training, or classrooms as part of a lesson, as an activity for early finishers or just a fun challenge to begin or wrap up a lesson. The files come in both pdf and word versions in case minor changes are required for your audience. Words: Christian Easter Bunny Easter Easter Egg Hunt Resurrection Easter Egg Crucifixion Celebration Easter Basket Hot Cross Bun Cross Good Friday

This resource has been created for anyone wanting to learn how to use Microsoft Powerpoint. It can be for students or workplace use. It is a great skill to have and a must to be able to create professional looking presentations. Included is a lesson plan, a PowerPoint Presentation on the use of PowerPoint as well as a separate presentation that has tasks for learners to try. There is also a training manual in pdf and word format for easy reference. I have also added a Presentation Planning sheet. Nothing else to do! ** 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 is for those that are new to Microsoft Excel and want to quickly learn and practice using calculations in Excel. The spreadsheet has a number of different sheets within it that have clear instructions and practice exercises to use for yourself or your learners to quickly master basic concepts. I have used this to teach students and workplace learners with much success. Covers addition, subtraction, multiplication and division on sheet 1. Sheet 2 has Autosum and subsequent sheets practice using these with common spreadsheets such as invoices and profit and loss scenarios. Simply give learners a copy of this spreadsheet and work through together or let them try by themselves. ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

Use this when you or your class are planning to deliver a presentation. It contains all the steps required to ensure a successful outcome. You can use this as a group or individual activity. There are some helpful discussion points for groups. All items must be checked before students practice the presentation.

This resource introduces learners to the EEC (Example, Effect, Change) model of providing feedback. It gives them the words and confidence to tackle what can sometimes be difficult conversations in an effective manner. It also covers the PAC (Patience, Ask, Confirm) model for receiving feedback. It contains four examples of how to give constructive feedback both positive and negative. There are also tables created for learners to write their own scenarios and then roleplay the interactions. There is also a video link to a Ted Talk by Sheila Heen titled ‘How to use others’ feedback to learn and grow.’ ** Leave a review for this resource and receive one free resource of your choice from my shop. Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

This group activity is a good way to set the scene for encouraging good listening skills within the workplace and / or classroom. I use this activity in my workplace training sessions to set the scene to talk more about effective communication in particular Active Listening Skills. It is well received and all have a good laugh at the end when all is revealed!

Introduce your students to the world of digital storytelling with this engaging and educational assignment. With the rise of visual storytelling, comic strips have become an increasingly popular form of communication, and this project will give your students the opportunity to create their own comic strip using Canva. In this assignment, students will: Create a Canva account if required Choose a comic strip template Customize the template with their own images, characters, and text Add dialogue to bring their story to life Rearrange panels to create the desired layout Proofread their comic strip to ensure accuracy and clarity Download or share their final product This assignment is designed to be easy to follow, with student instructions and a grading rubric to help you evaluate your students’ work. Whether you’re a seasoned Canva user or new to the platform, you’ll find that this assignment is a fun and accessible way for your students to express their creativity and practice their digital skills. Included: Student Assignment in pdf (planner, instructions, shortcut keys, examples) Grading rubric provide in word and pdf Planner provided in word and pdf So why wait? Give your students the gift of storytelling and get them started on their own comic strip today! Just deliver the pdf with instructions, shortcuts keys and examples to them either electronically or by print. You will need an internet connect so that students can use the Free or Education account in Canva to complete this lesson. If you have any questions about this resource please contact me at resourcecreator1@gmail.com.

This is a complete lesson on complaint resolution using the TACTICS method. The resource contains a lesson plan, worksheets, diagrams of the model, a company policy to review, and practical exercises for the group to carry out. There is also a feedback form included. The acronym TACTICS is used to work through a step by step process to handle a complaint from a customer. This is an important aspect of customer service. Once the learner has reviewed the process, it is a good idea to have the class separate into groups and role play various complaints scenarios using this method. All documentation is provided. I have used this successfully with a Business training class. They enjoyed it and provided excellent feedback. ** 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 various phone call situations written on role play cards that occur at work. It also contains a set of blank cards for learners to make up their own scenarios as well as message pad templates. Learners can role play situations and practice their telephone answering skills. It is important that the person answering the call uses correct telephone etiquette and takes down the message accurately. They can be used as part of or a whole lesson on telephone etiquette, which is an important customer service skill. Instructions: 1. Use the Word document to make any changes to the scenarios. Go straight to 2 if no changes are required. 2. Print out as many copies of page 3 as you need. (Will depend on number of pairs). 3. Cut out with scissors or guillotine 4. Page 5 contains phone message pads. Use them to take messages. To do the activity, all you need is two students, one with paper and pen for taking a message. Have your students sit back to back so they cannot use non-verbal cues to understand what their partner is saying. That way the role-play will be more like a real telephone conversation. ** 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.

Canva is an excellent, free, design tool that can save you time and money. It makes sense to use this instead of paying for expensive designers. This resource comes in PPT form and a pdf. The PPT is 27 slides. This training PowerPoint and PDF is a basic step by step guide to get you started. A Facebook post is created for the purposes of an example, however, the skills learnt can be applied to other promotional documents such as Covers, brochures, posters, instagram posts, twitter posts, etc. You can use Canva to market your store, and / or use it as a class lesson. Students / learners can create posters, design promotional material on a topic of your choice, etc. Topics covered in Step by Step, graphic format: Signing up and Logging on to Canva Creating a Social Media Post Layout Choices Using the Objects Toolbar Inserting and Changing Text Moving and Rotating Text Placeholders Finishing off with Frames Sharing your Design Also available: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/canva-how-to-create-a-logo-with-a-transparent-background-11767063 Communications, Workplace, ESOL and Computing Resources

Do you want to know what ChatGPT is and how to get started using it? It has the potential to revolutionize your teaching! This user-friendly guide will show you the basics of logging in and using OpenAI’s large language model. You’ll learn how to navigate the platform, create chatbots for personalized learning, and generate high-quality content in minutes. This beginner’s guide is perfect for teachers who want to explore the potential of AI in the classroom without feeling overwhelmed. With step-by-step instructions and clear explanations, you’ll be up and running with ChatGPT in no time. Start streamlining your workload and engaging your students today. Furthermore, if you are a TPT seller, there are many ways that you can utilise this tool to save you so much time with your marketing content. Formats : you will be provided with an editable PowerPoint presentation and a pdf.

Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach your students about Canva and creating a class Newsletter? This assignment / project is the perfect solution! Your students will learn how to use Canva to create a visually appealing and informative Classroom Newsletter on a subject of their choice. This assignment comes with a comprehensive grading rubric, which ensures that your students’ work will be evaluated fairly and accurately. Additionally, the included instructions guide students through the process of researching, designing, and creating their Newsletter, ensuring a great result. Whether you’re a technology or graphic design teacher, or just looking for a fun project to keep your students engaged, this Newsletter assignment is sure to be a hit! The choice is there to have students work individually, in pairs or teams. Included: Student Assignment in pdf (instructions, shortcut keys, examples) Grading rubric provide in word and pdf Student Planner provided in word and pdf Just deliver the pdf with instructions, shortcuts keys and examples to them either electronically or by print. You will need an internet connect so that students can use the Free or Education account in Canva to complete this lesson.

This is a one page list of all the shortcut key combinations you can use in Excel. It will save you so much time. The great thing about learning shortcuts is that they don't change with versions. And of course you don't have to grab the mouse, you can get everything done without the use of the mouse which saves you time and increases productivity. You will be amazed at what can be accomplished using shortcut keys. From moving around your spreadsheet quicker, to formatting and inserting charts. Try them out - lots of fun! Please leave a review. Thanks and have a great day :)

Worksheet showing sentence structure using the Verb To Be. Includes a fill in the blanks exercise.

This is a powerpoint presentation that has been created for English learners to identify words about work. This would form part of a lesson on the topic of work and jobs. There are pictures on each slide along with a notes area that shows the phonemic pronunciation of the word as well as where the stress should be. The facilitator should elicit the word from the students and then practice saying it as a group and individually.