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Junior Cycle Reform at Lower Secondary May 2013

Discover the rationale behind the Junior Cycle Reform at Lower Secondary level, examining the innovative changes and frameworks introduced for a more personalized and skill-based curriculum. Explore the ESRI research evidence supporting the review, the nature of student engagement, and the emphasis on holistic skill development over traditional exams. The introduction of Level 2 Learning Programmes and short courses offers greater autonomy to schools and a varied curriculum for students. Prepare for the future of education with enhanced flexibility and specialized learning options.

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Junior Cycle Reform at Lower Secondary May 2013

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  1. Junior Cycle Reform at Lower SecondaryMay 2013

  2. Why change? • ESRI research - evidence base for junior cycle review • 1st year, 2nd year, 3rd year • nature of engagement • Request for advice from Minister and DES • Innovation and Identity- Ideas for a New Junior Cycle (2010) discussion paper • PISA

  3. The new junior cycle • Greater flexibility and autonomy for schools • Clarity on junior cycle learning – a different kind of core • Focus on the programme as well as the exam • Key skills development • Access to a more varied curriculum/curriculum development

  4. Level 2 short course

  5. Most students will include from eight to ten full subjects or their equivalent Seven subjects + 2 short courses or 6 subjects + 4 short courses Eight subjects + 2 short courses or 7 subjects + 4 short courses Nine subjects + 2 short courses or 8 subjects + 4 short courses

  6. Main features of the Framework for Junior Cycle

  7. Main features of the Framework for Junior Cycle

  8. Assessment and Moderation Toolkit

  9. Level 2 Programmes Denise Kelly April 2013

  10. Features of Level 2 Learning Programmes • Defined target group, range of settings • Based around Priority Learning Units (250hrs) • Communicating and literacy • Numeracy • Personal Care • Living in a community • Preparing for work • PLUs set out in elements and learning outcomes – a learning menu

  11. Features of Level 2 Learning Programmes • For introduction in 2014 with other junior cycle changes • Personalised • 2 short courses (100 hrs each) • School-based assessment • Student not confined to L2 learning only

  12. Level 2 short course

  13. Level 2 Toolkit AVAILABLE ONLINE FOR TRIAL www.ncca.ie/level2toolkit

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