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Inquiry into Skills – 15-19 specialised diplomas: Institution of Engineering and Technology comments to the House of Commons Education and Skills Select Committee.
Abstract The introduction of the diplomas has been rushed. Insufficient time has been set aside either for the creation of new course content, or to take and consider input and experiences from the wider group of stakeholders. The content and delivery of the diplomas must be right first time. Whilst it is argued that the 2008 delivery is only on a small scale, it is still being delivered to students, and students only get one education. 2008 is a pivotal year for the future success or failure of the diplomas at large. The first group through must have a positive experience and succeed, otherwise irreparable damage will be done to the qualification as a whole.
Submission Details Submitted on 08 January 2007 to House of Commons Education and Skills Select Committee
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Keywords and Search Terms Education, Schools, Further education, Qualifications, Vocational education