What should the future of education look like? | View | Sept 2024

What should the future of education look like? | View | Sept 2024

"There is no ‘silver bullet’ to solve the challenges facing education, but there is an urgent need for reform," said Charles Clarke, former Education Secretary, at the launch of OCR’s Striking the Balance: A review of 11-16 curriculum and assessment in England.??

The future of education and assessment is at the heart of everything we do at Cambridge.

In September, Cambridge launched a major report by OCR, our UK exam board, chaired by Charles Clarke, which offered comprehensive recommendations for improving curriculum and assessment from ages 11-16 in England. The report proposed a number of bold but pragmatic recommendations to better prepare young people for a rapidly changing world.????

The impact of COVID-19 on students’ learning is far from over, according to Cambridge's Tim Oates, Director of Assessment Research and Development, in a new report commissioned by the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL). The effects of the pandemic are deep and varied, Oates argues, and evidence shows different age groups are affected in different ways.?

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Read the stories below and find out more at cambridge.org.?


Striking the Balance: OCR review makes case for curriculum and exams reform

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A major report by exam board OCR, chaired by former Education Secretary Charles Clarke, warns that the current volume and intensity of exams at GCSE is too high, and an overloaded curriculum is narrowing students’ education.????

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COVID-19's impact on education 'massive' and 'enduring'

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Cambridge report finds impact on schools moving 'like a series of waves up through the system'?.

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The future of English assessment: PISA FLA and other milestones

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When Andreas Schleicher from the?Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)?recently described working with our experts in Cambridge as a ‘perfect partnership’ he couldn’t have put it better, writes Francesca Woodward from Cambridge University Press & Assessment.?

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The role of education in climate action

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Countdown to COP29: Christine Ozden , Cambridge's Global Director for Climate Education, reflects on a climate action event in Azerbaijan and Cambridge's achievements in climate education in 2024.?

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From dinosaurs to fashion designers:?Cambridge research highlights

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In 2024, Cambridge University Press is continuing to build knowledge across more than 400 journals. Here are some highlights.?

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Spotlight on human-centred approaches to technology in education at UNESCO?


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Director of Research-English at Cambridge University Press & Assessment, Dr Evelina Galaczi , reflects on her participation in the UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2024 in Paris and highlights the importance of intelligent transformation in using AI in education.?

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Diana Aidoo

Empowering Brands with AI-Powered Visuals & Animations |Black Sisters in STEM |STEM Advocate for Girls & Women | An Educator Passionate About Teaching Digital Skills | Aspiring Data Scientist

3 个月

The future of education should be exciting and full of possibilities. It should be personalized, using AI and animations to make learning engaging and tailored to each student’s needs. Virtual reality can bring lessons to life, making complex topics easier to understand. Education should focus on developing skills like creativity, problem-solving, and digital literacy. Teachers should have the tools to inspire and guide their students. The future of education should be accessible, fun, and prepare students for the challenges of tomorrow.

Daniela Maria Seixas de Oliveira

VICE DIRE??O |EE DONA LUIZA MACUCO, MODEL 50+, PEDAGOGA

5 个月

To be fair. I believe some things should came back. Have you noticed that we don't communicate any more? Now we must fifht for students interaction with the cell Phonea

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Gifty Oku

Academic Principal @ North Legon Little Campus | Strategic Leadership Educational Consultant @ Iconic Appic Learning Consult

5 个月

The educational approach will centre on problem-based learning, with an emphasis on integrating global citizenship education into the school environment. Teachers will utilize digital technology to complement, rather than replace, traditional teaching methods. Additionally, an online learning platform will be employed to incorporate virtual reality and AI into the curriculum.

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Ramarao Poduri

Ex-Dean Academic Affairs, Central University of Punjab

5 个月

Useful tips

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