Friday
How schools are helping poorer families with money
A scheme to provide struggling families with financial advice via schools is proving highly successful in helping parents to navigate the benefits system, manage their debts and ensure their children have the food, clothing and equipment they need to be able to focus on their studies. Emma Seith reports
The OECD report shows that teachers give us hope
When the OECD published its report on Curriculum for Excellence on Monday, one thing stood out – and it was a positive
New OECD report puts CfE exams tension to the test
The OECD review of Curriculum for Excellence warns of a ‘misalignment between CfE’s aspirations and the qualification system’, writes Emma Seith
Thursday
SQA retains Sturgeon’s support despite imminent demise
First minister would not be drawn on whether ‘traditional’ SQA exams will take place in 2022
‘Most’ SQA course changes to continue next year
National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher modifications to free up classroom time will largely continue next year
Monday
OECD: Cut class contact to realise curriculum goals
Teachers spend too much time in class and need more time to plan and share curriculum ideas, says OECD
OECD report: How should Scotland change its exams?
The OECD review criticises Scotland’s focus on ‘traditional exams’ – and outlines recommendations for change
OECD: Replace standardised tests with sample survey
OECD questions if testing every child’s literacy and numeracy in P1, P4, P7 and S3 is worth it
SQA to be replaced, education secretary reveals
And Education Scotland will no longer run inspections, with an independent body taking over that role
OECD review paves way for qualifications overhaul
Report finds ‘misalignment between Curriculum for Excellence’s aspirations and the qualification system’
