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DfE launches consultation on GCSE subject content and assessment objectives
Following Michael Gove’s announcement of an overhaul to GCSEs, the Department for Education is seeking views on the proposed changes. (11.06.13)
Ofqual reviews GCSE and A-level marking standards
Exam regulator Ofqual has published its first findings from a report on the quality of external marking, following complaints from schools. (11.06.13)
GA review of A-level geography subject content
The GA has responded to a review of A-level geography subject criteria led by the awarding organisations, giving its view on whether these are fit for purpose. (31.05.13)
GA response to the Secondary School Accountability Consultation
The GA highlights the importance of geography and argues that humanities should be compulsory at KS4 (02.05.13)
UK Schoolchildren Urge World Leaders to Tackle 1.7m Global Teacher Deficit
Schoolchildren across the UK are invited to take part in the Send My Friend to School campaign to put pressure on world leaders to close the global teacher gap. (29.05.13)
GA response to the draft National Curriculum for geography
The GA's response to the draft National Curriculum for geography is available to download (16.04.13)
Key Stage 4 Reform Update
Education Secretary Michael Gove has produced revised proposals affecting all Key Stage 4 subjects following a public consultation. (12.03.13)
Competition - The day the bombs fell
ShelterBox and author/illustrator Michael Foreman are challenging primary schools to explore what happened THE DAY THE BOMBS FELL. Entry deadline 24 June. (12.04.13)
GCSE reforms announced
The Secretary of State for Education has made an announcement on the reform of GCSEs. (07.02.13)
Draft National Curriculum documents published
Secretary of State for Education, Michael Gove, has launched a consultation on the new draft National Curriculum. (07.02.13)
Exclusive geoweb.tv offer for GA members
All GA members now get free access to geoweb.tv, a library of geographical video clips on topics including climate change, conflict and development.
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