Beyond A-levels: Curriculum 2000 and the Reform of 14-19 Qualifications
Ken Spours, "Beyond A-levels: Curriculum 2000 and the Reform of 14-19 Qualifications"
English | 2003 | pages: 197 | ISBN: 0749436727 | PDF | 3,4 mb
English | 2003 | pages: 197 | ISBN: 0749436727 | PDF | 3,4 mb
Since its introduction over 50 years ago, the A-level has been a constant subject of debate in schools, HE and government. Sometimes hailed as a 'gold standard', there is now intense speculation about the future of the A-level in particular, but also about post-14 qualifications in general. The furore about quality and standards which accompanies each year's A-level results has become an annual fixture in the UK press calendar. With the introduction of Curriculum 2000, and an increasing number of calls for Baccalaureate-style examinations, vocational qualifications and more, the need for serious debate - and change in this field is clear.
Based on primary research by two of the leading commentators on the qualifications, this book is a wide-ranging and critical view of the fundamental approaches of the education system in Britain today. With government action on this subject looking inevitable, this will be a challenging and important book for anyone interested in this debate.
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