View
406
Download
8
Category
Tags:
Preview:
DESCRIPTION
Presentation for PGCE Interview
Citation preview
Technological and Global Changes Encourage Students Bridging the Gap Holistic Support Review and update
Increase the minimum school leaving age› 2013 – 17› 2015 – 18
Diplomas in 17 subjects at three levels by 2013
New functional skills standards and qualifications in English, mathematics and ICT
Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities
More options = more flexibility
= greater opportunities
GCSE/A Levels Diplomas Foundation Tier Learning Apprenticeships
Coursework to be replaced with controlled assessment
A broad range of questions on examination papers.
Functional skills in English, maths and ICT to aid students employability.
Better preparation for academic environment in Higher Education
Theory and Practical Study is combined Valuable work experience is gained Increased opportunity to pursue
interests. Insight in what work is like in particular
area without future commitment. Diplomas to cover 17 subjects and to
become available from 2011
Business, Administration and Finance Construction and the Built Environment Creative and Media Engineering Environmental and Land-based Studies Hair and Beauty Studies Hospitality Information Technology Manufacturing and Product Design Public Services Retail Business Society, Health and Development Sport and Active Leisure Travel and Tourism
Learning for 14 to 19 year old learners working predominantly at entry level or level 1.
Learning programmes integrate vocational/subject learning, personal and social development, and functional skills.
Raise learners expectation through participation, achievement and progression
Enables many different routes to higher education
Integral part of all other elements of the new curriculum
Practical skills in English, Math's And ICT
Develop skills essential for employment
The Personal, Learning and Thinking skills framework is made up of 6 groups.
When incorporated with functional skills they are crucial to life, learning and work.
The new curriculum aims to give students the opportunity to gain these skills.
IndependentEnquiry
CreativeThinkers
ReflectiveLearners
TeamWorkers
Self-Managers
Effective Participators
16 and over to participate Opportunity to start in a chosen career Opportunity to gain nationally
recognised qualifications Three levels available Can be a gateway into higher
education
A paradigm shift in focus – what the young person needs, not what providers can offer
Will all 14 year olds be able to determine their educational direction at such an early age
University admissions policies will need to be reviewed
Increase in teachers workload. Potential shortfall in vacancies for
apprenticeships Commonality in delivery of education
More opportunities for students to learn in different locations
Introduction of more e-learning and e-portfolios ILPs for appropriate courses or to review progress Preparation and planning to use ICT-enabled
learning Sharing learning resources with other providers CPD for staff and re training for vocational
subjects
Apprenticeships - Directgov - Education and learning - http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/14To19/OptionsAt16/DG_4001327
Choices at 14-19 - http://eduwight.iow.gov.uk/student/higher_education/Choices_at_14_-19/
DCSF 14 – 19 Reform - http://www.dcsf.gov.uk/14-19/index.cfm Foundation Learning guidance – QCDA -
http://www.qcda.gov.uk/qualifications/foundation-learning/772.aspx Functional Skills ICT - http://www.functionalskills4u.com/ict.html Initial Teacher Training - http://www.ict-tutors.co.uk/index.php?
sec=4&tp=5&layout=1&ts=6 ITTE- Framework for the 14-19 curriculum- Implications for ICT
teachers and teacher educators - http://www.ttrb.ac.uk/viewarticle2.aspx?contentId=13894
PLTS - Skills - Key stages 3 & 4 - National Curriculum - http://curriculum.qcda.gov.uk/key-stages-3-and-4/skills/plts/index.asp
Teachernet, 14 to 19 - http://www.teachernet.gov.uk/teachingandlearning/14to19/
Recommended