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Skills and Post-16 Education
In his Anniversary Day address to the Royal Society’s Fellowship last week, the President, Adrian Smith, drew attention to the state of our education system, recognizing that the Prime Minister’s intent to “reform the education system to include some form … Continue reading
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Tagged Augar Review, Dave Phoenix, Further Education, Kelly Vere, T Levels
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Educational Disadvantage
With many schools in England apparently in danger of crumbling around or upon pupils, the start of the new school year offers the potential, once again, of being disrupted for thousands of pupils. Since the start of the pandemic in … Continue reading
What’s Wrong with T Levels?
If you are an English reader, reading this blog, the chances are high that you studied (or are studying) A Levels before going to university. Alternative options are available post-16, but they are currently in a state of flux, whether … Continue reading
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Tagged A levels, Further Education, Levelling Up, post-16
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What Should I Say to my Kids?
As well as attending the Hay Literary Festival, I’ve been involved with a number of interviews and podcasts over the last couple of weeks relating to the publication of my book Not Just for the Boys: Why we need more … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Equality, Women in Science
Tagged Hay Festival, maths, parents, school
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Diversity and Inclusion in STEM: What Will it Take?
Last week the Commons Science and Technology Select Committee produced its report into Diversity and Inclusion in STEM. It states in no uncertain terms that ‘Action must be taken that truly moves the dial’, recognizing that the issue of diversity … Continue reading
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Tagged Commons Select Committe, exclusione, Katherine Birbalsingh, Systemic Change
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