Estyn inspectors say that pupils aged 11-14 years who attend innovative schools, are more motivated and their teachers more enthused. Estyn’s report, Innovation in key stage 3, examines the impact of the curriculum 2008 National Curriculum changes which gave schools more control over what they teach. Press release and Full report
DCELLS is developing a tender process to establish its new network of training providers for three years (2011 to 2014). This network will deliver work based learning training provision on behalf of the Welsh Assembly Government from August 2011.
ColegauCymru / CollegesWales is delighted to announce its highly stimulating programme for the annual conference 2010. Find out more and book a place
The Welsh Assembly Government and the Department for Work and Pensions share a joint ambition to improve employment opportunities in Wales and to better integrate employment, skills and other programmes. This Framework sets out the core principles of how this will take be taken forward.
During 2009/10 a review was undertaken of standards over time in Welsh First Language in GCSE and GCE examinations. The review examined standards between 2003 and 2008 and this report presents the outcomes of the review.
This months' Adults Learning Journal includes a number of articles focussing on the changing shape of adult education in Wales, with a special focus on further education and work based learning.
An update to the Curriculum section of the Handbook for Governors of Schools in Wales has been published.
The WLGA’s Annual Conference will be the first major conference in Wales following the General Election and will bring together leading figures from government, public services and business. Find out more.
From 1st April 2010, local authorities, the Young People’s Learning Agency and the Skills Funding Agency will be responsible for commissioning and quality assuring provision for learners over the age of 16.
This paper provides a review of recent research on the theme of employability skills exploring the evidence base and recent policy trends and initiatives.
The European Commission has just published the first issue of a newsletter dedicated to the European Qualifications Framework (EQF). The EQF is a new European tool in the making that will help jobseekers and employers better understand and compare the qualifications of different countries.
The Mobile Learning Network has released a new report exploring the ways in which computer games, digital games and digital learning games can be used to enhance and support teaching and learning.
