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Independent assessment of the comparability of Pearson’s GCSE and International GCSE qualifications

July 9, 2019

Pearson’s International GCSE is developed and designed to be of equivalent standard to our GCSE 9-1 qualification regulated by Ofqual.

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Pearson recognises vocational talent at the ninth annual BTEC Awards

July 4, 2019

Pearson, the world’s learning company, has recognised the extraordinary achievements of students gaining BTEC qualifications at the ninth annual BTEC Awards at Central Hall Westminster.

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International GCSE comparability

March 20, 2019

Pearson’s international GCSE is developed, designed and benchmarked to be of equivalent standard to our GCSE 9-1 qualification regulated by Ofqual.

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10 steps to harness the ‘power of maths’ revealed in new Pearson report

March 15, 2019

Tackle bad press, bust myths and innovate: These are three of the 10 recommendations outlined in the new Power of Maths report, which showcases how to enhance Britain’s perception of maths and its teaching in the UK.

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Independent Commission highlights urgent need to focus on skills and lifelong learning in a changing economy

December 12, 2018
Further reform needed to boost UK competitiveness and ensure young people and adults are set up to succeed in the future world of work
- Further reform to the UK skills system could unlock an annual £22 billion competitiveness dividend
- The economic case for action on skills is clear: Brexit uncertainty, technological disruption, and a slump in productivity worse than any other G7 nation are hampering the UK’s competitiveness and putting the career prospects of young people and adult workers at risk
- Immediate focus should be on ensuring the right provision and flexible pathways are available, creating opportunities which enable lifelong learning, and supporting these efforts through refined investment in education.
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