Exams and Assessment

At a glance headlines – May 16, 2013

Languages and humanities

Vocational options have narrowed by 70 per cent

Performance tables

Do you have a Beruf?

Trade unions

Traineeships set for August launch after new framework is published

Vocational education

Ofqual wants focus on progression in new league tables

Performance tables

DfE not swayed by criticism as Queen’s Speech confirms agenda

Legislation and guidance

Health tips to help students get through their exams

Examinations & Qualifications

Accountability plans too narrow, heads say

Performance tables

Vocational education is still seen as being for "other people's children"

Vocational education

Five lessons for giving effective student feedback

Case studies (assessment)

How to stop hayfever ruining students' exam chances

Examinations & Qualifications

Fury at plan to ‘downgrade’ speaking and listening skills

Government policy