| Whose work is it any way? - the QCA report on coursework |
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| Written by Administrator |
| Thursday, 03 July 2008 12:00 |
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With an ongoing debate over the merits and downsides of the level of coursework currently set at both GCSE and A level the report the QCA report 'A review of GCE and GCSE coursework arrangements', makes for interesting reading. Commenting on the report, Ken Boston, QCA Chief Executive, said; "This was a routine review designed to monitor and report on the quality of coursework and to make such improvements as might be necessary. It is through such vigilance that standards are maintained. "The specific aim of the review was to consider the role of coursework in current GCSE and GCE specifications; to canvass opinions, examine issues and ensure that appropriate risk management procedures are in place to minimize the potential for malpractice. "Coursework has clear education benefits, but carries some risk. This report enables the regulatory authorities to take further action to manage the risk, obtain greater clarity for teachers and parents, and ensure that any malpractice is detected and penalised." A copy of the report can be found at www.qca.org.uk/15525.html A copy of the leaflet Coursework: a guide for parents can be found at www.qca.org.uk/15524.html |
| Last Updated on Friday, 04 July 2008 09:05 |