Union: Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL)

By on May 20, 2011 in Unions

www.atl.org.uk

“ATL, the education union, uses the experiences of its members to influence education policy across the UK. By sitting around the table with government and employers, make a positive impact on pay, conditions and career development.”

For a detailed analysis of this site,  its functionality and usefulness please see our grading table with notes below.


Grading:

Web Address: www.atl.org.uk Enter LGBT in search engine box. Absolutely true Almost true Somewhat true Not really Not at all
Use of Site
No expertise in LGB T issues needed √1
LGBT inclusive √2
Other equalities strands √
Authoritative √
Comprehensive √
User friendly/easy to navigate √3
Accessible at any level √
Useful links to other sites √
Education Materials
Teaching Materials √
Lesson Plans √
Materials easy to use
Follow up opportunities
Differentiated
Clear time frames
Good one-offs
Cross-curricular opportunities
Potential for usage in schools: The purpose of this site is to inform and give legal guidance to its teaching staff members. There is useful information on developing anti-bullying and equal opportunities policies within schools.

Notes:

  1. None needed as these documents are designed to inform and support the Union’s LGBT Members
  2. Some coverage of L and G. A good guidance document on trans equality post school education,  but not for B.
  3. The easiest way to use this site is with the Search Box.