Today, we are launching our fifth and final investigation before we publish our interim findings in the new year. In this investigation, we want to explore how well our 5-18 maths curriculum and assessment is preparing students for the world of work. We want to consider whether maths education is giving all students access to employment, whether it meets the needs of different higher education institutions and different types of employer, and what role employers play, or should play, in the education process. Please help us by giving your views here.
We are asking the following questions:
In your view, how well is the system currently preparing young people for employment which requires intermediate mathematical skills (for example, use of data, problem solving, financial calculations)?
In your view, how well is the system currently preparing young people for employment which requires advanced mathematical skills (for example, coding, programming, engineering)?
In your view, how well is the system currently preparing young people for higher education courses which require A-Level Maths or Further Maths?
Are there particular additional mathematical skills or experiences which young people should be taught to prepare them for further study or employment?
In your view, what role do employers play in continuing employees’ maths education and equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need for roles in their organisations?
We are asking these questions because we know that as well as wanting to make maths enjoyable, achievable, stretching and relevant for pupils and students, we need to do this in a way which best enables them to take up the study and career opportunities they are interested in. We want to think about how we can improve access to careers for young people and provide employers with the skills that they need.
Please help us think in more detail on these points by contributing your thoughts here.
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