educational policies

Question 2

What is the primary aim of educational policy?

Answer 2

To establish guidelines and frameworks for the education system.

Question 3

True or False: Educational policies only affect primary and secondary education.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The _______ Act of 1944 is a significant piece of legislation in UK education.

Answer 4

Education

Question 5

What does the term ‘compulsory education’ refer to?

Answer 5

Education that is required by law for children of certain ages.

Question 6

Which UK government body is primarily responsible for setting educational standards?

Answer 6

Ofsted

Question 7

What is meant by ‘marketization’ in education?

Answer 7

The introduction of market principles into the education system, such as competition among schools.

Question 8

True or False: The Education Reform Act of 1988 introduced the National Curriculum.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What is the purpose of the Pupil Premium?

Answer 9

To provide additional funding to schools for disadvantaged students.

Question 10

Which educational policy focuses on reducing class sizes?

Answer 10

The Labour government policy in the late 1990s.

Question 11

What does ‘inclusive education’ aim to achieve?

Answer 11

To ensure all students, regardless of their background or abilities, have access to quality education.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The _______ Review in 2010 examined the future of higher education funding.

Answer 12

Browne

Question 13

What is the significance of the Academies Act 2010?

Answer 13

It allowed schools to convert to academies, gaining more autonomy from local authorities.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of school in the UK? A) Academy B) Comprehensive C) Charter D) Grammar

Answer 14

C) Charter

Question 15

What is the role of local authorities in education?

Answer 15

To oversee and support schools within their jurisdiction, ensuring compliance with national policies.

Question 16

True or False: Private schools in the UK are funded by the government.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

What is the effect of tuition fees on higher education access?

Answer 17

They can create financial barriers for some students, affecting their ability to attend university.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: The _______ Act of 2011 introduced reforms to the school system, particularly around free schools.

Answer 18

Education

Question 19

What does the term ‘social mobility’ refer to in the context of education?

Answer 19

The ability of individuals to move up the social ladder through educational achievement.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which policy aims to close the attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers? A) Free school meals B) Pupil Premium C) School uniforms D) Standardized testing

Answer 20

B) Pupil Premium

Question 21

What is the importance of teacher training in educational policy?

Answer 21

It ensures that educators are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to teach effectively.

Question 22

True or False: The introduction of standardized testing has been universally accepted as beneficial.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

What does the term ‘educational attainment’ refer to?

Answer 23

The level of education that an individual has achieved.

Question 24

What is the purpose of the National Curriculum?

Answer 24

To set out the subjects and content to be taught in schools in England.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: The _______ Policy encourages schools to work collaboratively to improve educational outcomes.

Answer 25

Partnership

Question 26

What is a key criticism of the league tables in education?

Answer 26

They can promote competition over collaboration among schools.

Question 27

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of a comprehensive school? A) Selective admission B) Free to attend C) Private funding D) High academic standards

Answer 27

B) Free to attend

Question 28

What does ‘educational inequality’ refer to?

Answer 28

Disparities in education quality and access based on socio-economic status, location, or ethnicity.

Question 29

True or False: The government has no role in regulating private schools.

Answer 29

False