What can we learn from cross-national comparisons of education and training? Guest speaker Professor David Raffe explains how policy makers should exercise caution and care in order to draw robust conclusions. Read more
On-screen essay marking is reliable Examiners can mark essays just as reliably on screen as they can in the traditional paper mode – if properly done, according to a recent Cambridge Assessment study. Read more
The importance of training and skills as the economy emerges from recession Greg Watson, Chief Executive of OCR, championed the benefits of skills attainment and its importance to the wider skills agenda at the World Class Skills 2009 Conference. Read more
Confidence in standards - Ofqual independence We're following the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill as it goes through UK Parliament during 2009. read more
Does emotional intelligence affect exam success? A panel of educational experts have recently debated the concept of ‘emotional intelligence’ and whether it could – and should be – a part of teaching today. Read more
What is happening to 14-19 education in England today? Clara Kenyon, Qualifications Director at OCR, describes some of the key changes taking place in England's education system today. Read more
Using technology to enhance education Principals from Cambridge International Centres debated the role of technology in education as the internet and multimedia transform learning today. Read more
Concept of error Ofqual’s Dr Paul Newton explores the issue of error and reliability in examinations. He calls for a clear message on error and for it to be discussed openly. Read more
Parliamentary research seminar: Better Training: Better teachers? Over 140 teaching professionals including researchers and practitioners attended our Parliamentary seminar “Better Training: Better teachers?” on 10 February 2009. Read more
Cambridge Connection The former CEO of the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board explains how Cambridge examinations have helped establish its successful education system. Read more
Trust in Assessment So are examinations no longer ‘fit for purpose’ or is it simply a question of trust? Read more
Reflections on the Recent Revolution at Key Stage 3 Sylvia Green, Director of Research at Cambridge Assessment, reflects on the recent changes at Key Stage 3. Read more
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