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Issue 4.02

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A review of vocational qualification achievements in the UK

This research by independent education foundation Edge found that nearly two-thirds (65%) of graduates believe it is a good idea for current university students to study for a vocational qualification in addition to their degree courses. It also found that VQs are a rapidly growing feature of the school curriculum, particularly for the 14–16 age group. Schools accounted for 322,000 vocationally- related qualifications achieved in 2007–8, more than twice as many as the previous year. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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An Evaluation Of English In Primary And Secondary Schools

This report is an Ofsted evaluation of English in primary and secondary schools. It has found that boys are still lagging behind girls in lessons. The report also found that standards of writing in primary schools are lower than in reading. The report argues that the most effective schools are those that have revised their English curriculum to meet changes in modern technology and pupils’ developing literacy needs. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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Elective Home Education in England

This DCSF review for the House of Commons has been triggered by a range of issues and concerns about the systems for keeping children safe and ensuring that they receive a suitable education are as robust as possible. Under the report’s recommendations parents would be required to register as home educators and have their progress reviewed by local authorities. A total of 28 recommendations are made in the report. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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Digital Britain Report

The Digital Britain Report is the Government's strategic vision for ensuring that the UK is at the leading edge of the global digital economy. The report contains actions and recommendations to ensure first rate digital and communications infrastructure to promote and protect talent and innovation in our creative industries, to modernise TV and radio frameworks, and support local news, and it introduces policies to maximise the social and economic benefits from digital technologies. It includes improvements to the level of connectivity available in schools, colleges and training institutions so that learners can transfer the confidence and experience gained in education, to the work place of the future. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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A New Level

This report by the Reform group claims the A-level exam has become hollow preparation for university, by undermining independent study and original thought. The researchers found that candidates are led through the exam and that students are high maintenance, seeking constant advice. The report looks at the development of A-levels and recommends that universities be put in charge of the exams to restore their academic rigour. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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TIMSS 2007: National Report for England

This is the NFER national report for England, detailing England's achievement in TIMSS 2007. TIMSS is a worldwide research project, taking place every four years and providing data about trends in mathematics and science achievement over time. It assesses the knowledge and skills of pupils aged 9-10 and 13-14 around the world, and enables researchers to collect extensive background information about the quantity, quality, and content of teaching, which can be used to make comparisons between participating countries. A conference was held in London in May 2009 for teachers from schools which participated in TIMSS 2007. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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The Impact of School Leadership on Pupil Outcomes

This three year research project was commissioned by the Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) in conjunction with the National College of School Leadership (NCSL) to establish how much variation in pupil outcomes (as measured by achievement, engagement, involvement, motivation) is accounted for by variation in the types of school leadership, in ‘leaders of leaders’; and to determine the influences of school leadership on teachers and upon pupils’ outcomes. Leadership Briefings Issue 4.02 (38)

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