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Edge Research Conference 16 th November 2012 NFER: David Sims and Sarah Lynch

Information, Advice and Guidance with particular reference to technical, practical and vocational courses. Edge Research Conference 16 th November 2012 NFER: David Sims and Sarah Lynch. Background. Education reform agenda. Statutory guidance: careers guidance.

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Edge Research Conference 16 th November 2012 NFER: David Sims and Sarah Lynch

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  1. Information, Advice and Guidancewith particular reference to technical, practical and vocational courses Edge Research Conference 16th November 2012 NFER: David Sims and Sarah Lynch

  2. Background Education reform agenda Statutory guidance: careers guidance Challenging economic environment Implications for young people’s transitions

  3. How do young people make decisions? Personal agency External influences - Mindsets - Parents - Skills - Type of school - Careers education - IAG Structural factors

  4. What types of information do young people planning to take a vocational route value and use? About… How… Tailored Content Comprehensive and impartial Progression Learning style/method Well-informed Timely Practicalities Location/travel Varied formats

  5. How information could be improved to facilitate effective transitions to further and higher education, apprenticeship training or employment? More information Earlier information Collaborative provision of careers guidance

  6. Conclusion • Schools can make a difference to informing young people’s decisions: • Content and type of careers guidance • Mechanism of delivery • Stages at which careers education and guidance are provided • Collaborative provision is in best interests of young people Young people should be able to make informed decisions about not only academic (e.g. A Levels) but also vocational (e.g. apprenticeships) routes to employment

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