Gavin Williamson MP defending government response to A-level marking

The video discusses the extensive consultation process undertaken due to COVID-19, leading to the cancellation of exams. It highlights the broad political consensus for moderated grades across the UK, including England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland. The collaboration aimed to create a fair and robust grading system, addressing disparities between students from different socio-economic backgrounds. The system was designed to ensure fairness and withstand scrutiny, unlike the Scottish system.

What was the primary reason for the extensive consultation process discussed in the video?

• To improve the quality of teaching

• To address the cancellation of exams due to COVID-19

• To increase school funding

• To implement new technology in classrooms

Which stakeholders were involved in the consultation process for moderated grades?

• Unions and the school sector

• Parents and students

• Local government officials

• Technology companies

What was a key factor that gave confidence in the grading system developed collaboratively by England, Wales, and Northern Ireland?

• The use of advanced technology

• The reduction in the number of exams

• The extensive and broad consultation process

• The involvement of international experts

How did the grading system in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland differ from the Scottish system?

• It was more technologically advanced

• It was based on a different curriculum

• It had less disparity in grading between different socio-economic groups

• It was developed without consultation

What was the outcome of the grading system in terms of fairness for students?

• It was biased towards private schools

• It favored students from urban areas

• It delivered fair outcomes for students

• It increased the number of students failing