Examples of current educational issues
Government policies and spending
- What impact will Brexit have on the education system and the recruitment of teachers?
- How is the government responding to increasing pupil numbers? How does this response impact teacher recruitment and overcapacity of secondary schools?
- What do budget cuts mean for pupils and teachers?
Technology and education
Should classroom connectivity be a right for every child? Do some research and have arguments prepared for and against trends such as e-assessment, learning analytics, game and video-based education and blended learning.
Assessment and attainment
- How has the new GCSE grading system impacted learning?
- How accurate are SATs results for primary schools? Is placing this level of pressure on children a viable way of testing intelligence?
You should also familiarise yourself with the nature of the exam system and global trends in attainment.
School reform
- What are your views on all schools becoming academies?
- How successful are Free Schools?
Related issues include:
- the curriculum - what is it and how do we teach it
- class sizes
- school funding reform.
Health and child development
- How can we better support pupils' mental health?
Education and the curriculum
- How important are arts and drama education in secondary schools?
- How much early years education should be provided for free?
- What are your views on the flipped classroom?
- Has inclusion been impacted by Brexit? How does this impact citizenship education and exploring British values?
- What is your approach to mainstream education for deaf and hard of hearing students?
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