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What can the policy makers do to change education?

The three main political parties are putting together their manifestos for the next general election. This mean there now is the time to share your opinions on practical and vocational learning, and how it can prepare young people for successful futures. Have your say and we'll make sure the policy makers hear your voice.

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i have finished education and i feel lost in the world of work i don't have 1 main idea that i want to go on and pursue in my life.

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Which one of the six steps do you most support?

We would value your opinion of our manifesto. Which of the Six Steps do you support the most? Do you agree that we need to reform the education system? Do you think we're missing an important step?

38%
Give young students experience of life skills and careers.
7%
Replace all SATs with individual student profiles.
16%
At 14 let students choose a pathway which matches their aspirations.
14%
Ensure all vocational courses are taught in excellent facilities by teachers with relevant real world experience.
5%
At 16 students can specialise further or change pathways.
16%
Vocational degrees endorsed by employers.

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Deeply ingrained prejudice

Ever since Edge was launched just over five years ago - provided we phrase things in the right way - the large majority (70%-80%) of every type of audience (teachers, young people, parents, employers, opinion formers) agree with us; they want young people to have more opportunities to carry out high quality practical and vocational learning.

So why don’t things change?

It is because the underlying assumptions behind our education system are deeply ingrained and Continue reading …

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