Whole Education Conference

The changing policy landscape and OCR’s role

Paul Dodd- Head of GQ Reform at OCR

GCSE/ GCE Reform – the details for 2015/2016

GCSE GCE

English Language & Literature English, Science, Computer Science,

Maths History,

Economics, Business Studies, Sociology, Psychology

Level 3- Core Maths Art & Design

GCSE GCEScience, History, Geography, MFL, Ancient Languages, Art and Design, Citizenship, Computer Science, RS, D &T, Music, PE, Drama, Dance

Maths , MFL, Ancient Languages, Geography via ALCAB .RS, D&T, Drama, Dance, Music.

• Fundamental change - will challenge teachers and students• Relationship between school/national curriculum• Understanding- less memorising- unpredictability• Linearisation, tiering grading, internal assessment

accountability measures• English and Maths at the forefront of change• Progression between GCSE and GCE• Place of subjects not involved in 2015/16 changes• Wales and Northern Ireland• OCR/ Ofqual / DfE – how we have been working together• How OCR can support you through these changes.

What are the key challenges ?

Why is OCR in a strong position to support you?

• Importance of Subject Forums, Research Division

• Strong link to Higher Education• Where we have had an influence already• Experiences from the EBC/study of HPJ’s • Partnerships in Development• Robust assessment • Resources and Support

What are the main issues for your schools or colleges?

A discussion within the group

• Issues for the management team?• Issues for teachers?• Issues for students?• Issues for Governing Bodies?• Issues for others?

QUESTIONS ?

• Take part in our online survey online?• Join one of our subject forums?• Keep in touch with the changes on our

webpages: http:/www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-and-a-level-reform/