Finally, a Computer Science GCSE using computers in assessment
Enabling Computer Science students’ skills to be assessed by using a computer may sound obvious, but it actually represents a milestone in school assessment.
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We encourage learners to develop the skills they need to understand and interrogate the world around them, so that they become well-rounded global citizens of tomorrow, leading to positive outcomes for their future careers.
As you plan for geography fieldtrips, in the local area or further afield, Eco-Schools Manager at Keep Britain Tidy, Lee Wray-Davies shares some useful tips for planning a greener fieldtrip.
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Fieldwork is an important aspect of geography and helps develop an array of useful life skills. Fieldwork can be challenging, informative, sometimes messy but often a lot of fun. It allows students to explore issues and questions in a real-world context and to question their own findings. It nurtures analytical and critical thinking and helps to build resilience.
Take a look at our fieldwork videos and explore our free resources to help develop the skills you will need.
Enabling Computer Science students’ skills to be assessed by using a computer may sound obvious, but it actually represents a milestone in school assessment.
When you first ‘hear’ a narrator in a book, what are your initial thoughts? When the author introduces you to a new character, what assumptions do you make? The gender is normally pretty clear, and age is always up there – how attractive they are often features highly too!
New Pearson Edexcel Computer Science qualification will see written exam replaced with first UK practical onscreen assessment to reflect real-life programming in the modern world.
