Current news on gce

GCE (General Certificate of Education) is a qualification offered by Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Pearson Edexcel. Here are some current news and updates on GCE:

Recent Developments:

  1. Changes to GCE A-Level and IGCSE Exams: In 2020, CIE and Edexcel announced changes to their GCE A-Level and IGCSE exams, including the introduction of new subjects, changes to assessment formats, and the removal of some subjects.
  2. New GCE A-Level Subjects: CIE has introduced new subjects such as Computer Science, Global Perspectives, and Psychology, while Edexcel has introduced subjects like Business and Economics.
  3. Assessment Reform: Both CIE and Edexcel have introduced reforms to their assessment systems, including the use of more objective marking and the introduction of new assessment formats, such as online exams.
  4. GCE A-Level and IGCSE Results: In recent years, GCE A-Level and IGCSE results have seen an increase in the number of students achieving high grades, with some students achieving perfect scores.

Upcoming Changes:

  1. GCE A-Level and IGCSE Reform: CIE and Edexcel are planning further reforms to their GCE A-Level and IGCSE exams, including the introduction of new subjects and changes to assessment formats.
  2. Online Exams: Both CIE and Edexcel are planning to increase the use of online exams, which will allow students to take exams from anywhere with an internet connection.
  3. GCE A-Level and IGCSE Subject Changes: CIE and Edexcel are planning to introduce new subjects and remove some subjects from their GCE A-Level and IGCSE curricula.

Recent News Articles:

  1. "GCE A-Level and IGCSE exams to undergo major reforms" (The Guardian, 2020)
  2. "New GCE A-Level subjects introduced by CIE" (Times Higher Education, 2020)
  3. "Edexcel introduces new GCE A-Level subjects" (Education Times, 2020)
  4. "GCE A-Level and IGCSE results show increase in high grades" (BBC News, 2020)

Please note that the news and updates mentioned above are subject to change and may not be comprehensive. It is always best to check with the relevant examination boards or educational institutions for the most up-to-date information.