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Changes in GCSE and A-Level Biology: Overview and Evaluation

Explore the recent changes in GCSE and A-level Biology, including a shift towards a more synoptic approach, increased math requirements, revised practical assessments, and updated content. Discover the impact of these changes on curriculum, exams, and preparation for A-level Biology. Learn about key moments of change and the importance of evaluation and evidence in preparing for future curriculum updates.

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Changes in GCSE and A-Level Biology: Overview and Evaluation

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  1. An overview of the changes in GCSE and A level Biology –and evaluating those changes

  2. What has happened at GCSE? • Single exam at the end of 2 years • More synoptic approach • Fuller, more detailed GCSE criteria • Increase in maths requirements • Change in practical requirements and assessment • Changed assessment model

  3. GCSE content revision • Contemporary content • Better coverage of ‘biology for life’ • Improved balance including more on plants and microorganisms • Stronger reflection of biology issues • Good progression from new Key Stage 3 Science curriculum • Good preparation for A level Biology

  4. Looking to the future • The curriculum, GCSEs and A levels WILL change again • Governments tend to be in a hurry • Preparation is key • Marry idealism with realism and pragmatism • Evaluation and evidence

  5. Some key moments of change 2015 – first cohort old GCSEs/new A levels 2016 – final cohort old GCSE/old A level to university first cohort new GCSEs 2017 – first cohort old GCSE/new A level reach university 2018 - first cohort make transition from new GCSEs to new A levels 2020 – first cohort new GCSEs and new A levels reach university

  6. Over to you!

  7. Thank you for listening

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