Introduction to the Career Education Standard (3-18)
Learning Resource 1
What is the purpose of the resource?
• this is the first in a suite of learning resources which
provides support to develop practice in career education
• the resource introduces the standard, context, purpose
and expectations, in a logical and manageable format
• it is designed to support reflection on existing practice
What is needed and where can the resource be found?
To engage in this professional learning activity you will
need a copy of:
• the Career Education Standard (3-18)
• the learning resource
These can both be found at
http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningandteaching/
thecurriculum/dyw/index.asp
How does the resource work?
The resource can be used flexibly in a number of ways for example by leadership teams,
departments, faculties and individuals etc. It can be completed in bite size chunks or in one
complete session.
The format is as follows:
ACTION – Directs you to the relevant part of the standard
CONSIDER – Suggests aspects to think about or discuss
– Space has been provided for you to make notes should you wish
A way in…
Links to How good is our school?
Examples from HGIOS 4 Features of highly-effective
practice
2.3 Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Learners’ achievements in and out of school are recorded and
recognised. They understand how these achievements help
them develop knowledge and skills for life, learning and work.
Learners receive high-quality feedback and have an accurate
understanding of their progress in learning and what they need
to do to improve.
National Parent Forum
of Scotland nutshell
Peer support
Which area within the identified
expectation from the standard will
I work on?
Action I will take to improve my
practice
Who can support me with this?
Who can I partner with in this?
When will I review the
impact/outcome of this action
Remember to note professional learning
What can I expect next?
Further learning resources including:
• Understanding Career Intelligence
• Developing Career Management Skills
• Making best use of all aspects of My World of Work
More information
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http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/learningandteaching/thecurriculum/dyw
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