The New Examination System - GCSE

Walter Roy

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Routledge
29 August 2019

Philosophy & theory of education; Secondary schools

Series: Routledge Revivals

Reform of the public examination system for sixteen-year-olds presented a considerable challenge to secondary schools. The new General Certification of Secondary Education, introduced in 1988, was more than a continuation of the G.C.E. ‘O’ level and C.S.E. examinations at the time. The introduction of national criteria by the Department of Education, the part played by the Secondary Schools Examination Council, the emergence of new examining bodies were new dimensions faced by schools accustomed to exercising considerable autonomy in designing a curriculum. How far would the new examination reflect what was actually taught in our classrooms? What were its new features? Which pupils would be entered, and with what prospect of success? Above all, how would schools meet a tight time schedule, which required study of new syllabuses to be ready by 1986 for the first examinations held in 1988? Originally published in 1986 this book was intended to answer some of these questions and provide an up-to-date picture of the present state of the examination world, with indications of future developments in the vital years ahead. It aimed to assist those immediately and urgently concerned with implementing this far-reaching educational reform. Today it can be considered in its historical context.

By: Walter Roy
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 138mm,
Weight: 489g
ISBN: 9780367321611
ISBN 10: 0367321610
Series: Routledge Revivals
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 29 August 2019
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface. 1. Introduction: Past, Present and Future 2. Subjects and Syllabuses: The National Criteria 3. Assessment and Certification 4. G.C.S.E.: – Inside the School 5. The New Examining Groups 6. G.C.S.E. – Through Students’ Eyes 7. A Plan for Action. Appendix: G.C.S.E. Examining Groups in England and Wales. Index.

Walter Roy