Institute Of Welsh Affairs

The topic of this discussion is proposed changes to GCSEs and qualifications for 16 year olds as part of the ongoing reform of the curriculum.  How can assessment remain robust whilst supporting the curriculum’s radical vision? How can the new curriculum balance freedom for teachers with public expectations about content, including on Welsh history and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic history? We explore what these changes will mean for learners and teachers, and drawing on lessons learned about the education system from COVID-19. We are joined by: Oliver Stacey – Qualifications Wales Ceri Reed – Parents Voice in Wales Community Interest Company Dave Stacey – Senior Lecturer and AoLE Humanities Lead, University of Wales Trinity Saint David This is an hour long panel discussion on Zoom chaired by the IWA Director, Auriol Miller, and attendees were able to engage in debate and ask questions on the live chat.