GCSE controlled assessments to be reviewed

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Ofqual has announced a review of controlled assessment in GCSE qualifications, on a subject by subject basis

In this announcement OfQual acknowledged that 'although controlled assessment has some benefits over coursework, it presents problems for schools in managing the practical arrangements across subjects and there are concerns about its impact on teaching and learning.' 

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