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November 16, 2015

Make sure that you teach the right thing

Me and my team receive regular enquiries about changes to qualifications, often asking what has changed and when. We received one this morning. We always give the same advice: check the Group Award Specification (GAS) for each qualification before you offer it. A GAS is produced for every new (or revised) qualification. It contains essential information about the structure of the award (including award codes and unit codes), advice about delivery, and information for learners. You will find the GAS for…

Categories: Qualifications

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November 13, 2015

Education Scotland training in Cyber Secutiy

I presented at this morning’s training event for Computing teachers interested in offering the new qualifications in Cyber Security. |It was organised and hosted by Education Scotland.Scott Hunter, of Kyle Academy, was talking about his Cyber Badge and I was speaking about my national qualifications in this field. Around 20 teachers were in attendance. I emphasised the reasons for schools to consider offering one or more of the new awards. The audience seemed interested in doing so. Contact Helen for…

Categories: Cyber Security

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November 11, 2015

PC Passport validation event

The validation event for PC Passport will take place on Friday, 20 November. The purpose of a validation event is for new or revised qualifications to be scrutinised by independent experts. The panel will consist of representatives of colleges, schools, industry and special interest groups who will question members of the Qualification Development Team about their proposed changes. The basis of the validation event is the Group Award Specification, which details exactly what’s in the new award and explains why the…

Categories: Computing

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November 10, 2015

Digital Passport & PC Passport launch event, 27th November, Glasgow

This launch event will take place on Friday, 27 November in central Glasgow. The keynote will be given by Steve Beswick (Director of Education, Microsoft UK) who will be announcing important news regarding a Microsoft initiative in Scotland. Bobby will provide information on the role of PC Passport within Modern Apprenticeships within Scotland. Places are limited so please register as soon as possible via the link below: http://www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/75362.html Please contact me if you have any query.

Categories: Computing

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November 10, 2015

PDA Software Development validation

This development is progressing well. The lead developer is currently writing the Group Award Specification (GAS) and QDT members are writing the component Units. We’re producing nine new units in total: Software Development: Analysis & Design (SCQF 7/8/9) Software Development: Implementation & Testing (SCQF 7/8/9) Software Development: Project (SCQF 7/8/9) We’re currently consulting on the development so please complete the online survey. It will only take five minutes of your time and will provide invaluable feedback to the QDT. The validation event…

Categories: Computing, Development, Validation

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