Chartered College of Teaching comments on A-level results day
The Chartered College of Teaching has congratulated students on their achievement following the publication of A-level results. Dame Alison Peacock – CEO of the Chartered College – commented: Students deserve huge congratulations for their hard work in achieving their results… Continue Reading Chartered College of Teaching comments on A-level results day
Exams and guidance – Ofqual answer member questions
The Chartered College of Teaching recently polled members on the publication of exam guidance and the impact on the most disadvantaged students. Dr Jo Saxton, Ofqual Chief Regulator, reflects on the poll and shares insights for teachers and leaders ahead… Continue Reading Exams and guidance – Ofqual answer member questions
Chartered College of Teaching comments on year 11 absence rates
Almost one in ten year 11 pupils nationally are still absent from school according to findings published by Schools Week today (11th March). This comes just two months to go until the start of GCSE exams. Commenting on the figures,… Continue Reading Chartered College of Teaching comments on year 11 absence rates
Chartered College of Teaching comments on new disadvantage gap report
A new report by Education Policy Institute published today (10th February) has revealed a “decade of failure” to improve outcomes of GCSE pupils in poverty, while the disadvantage gap has widened for college and sixth form students. Researchers warn that… Continue Reading Chartered College of Teaching comments on new disadvantage gap report
Reflections on the value of teacher assessment
Dr Christine Parker from The Pen Green Teaching School looks at the value of teacher assessment These are my reflections on the value of teacher assessment from my perspective as a teacher educator as evidenced by my engagement with trainee… Continue Reading Reflections on the value of teacher assessment
‘The need to review approaches to assessment’ – a reflection on TAGs
Hugh Stephens, Head of Geography at St. Edward’s School in Oxford reflects on the TAG process and lessons learnt. The cancellation of public exams for the second summer in a row once again has placed teachers in an unenviable position… Continue Reading ‘The need to review approaches to assessment’ – a reflection on TAGs
The ‘integrity, rigour and accuracy’ of TAGs
Helen Angell FCCT, Director of School Improvement, Cabot Learning Federation (Bristol and the South West) reflects on the TAG process Integrity, rigour and accuracy have been our watchwords throughout the TAG process in the Cabot Learning Federation. We have used… Continue Reading The ‘integrity, rigour and accuracy’ of TAGs
Reflecting on the TAG process
Michael Chiles FCCT – Geography Head of Department and Chartered College Council Member reflects on the TAG process. Without a doubt, the last academic year has been challenging for all teachers and school leaders who have worked tirelessly while we… Continue Reading Reflecting on the TAG process
Chartered College of Teaching comments on updated grading guidance
The Chartered College of Teaching has raised its concerns following updates to the guidance covering grades this year. Ofqual has confirmed details on submitting grades and evidence for this year’s GCSE, AS and A level grades from the 28th May.… Continue Reading Chartered College of Teaching comments on updated grading guidance
Chartered College of Teaching comments on publication of JCQ assessment guidance
The Chartered College of Teaching, the professional body for teachers, has commented on the publication of guidance by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) for awarding GCSE and A-Level grades. This follows exams being cancelled in 2021. “It has been… Continue Reading Chartered College of Teaching comments on publication of JCQ assessment guidance