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Sally Dicketts
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Do we challenge our own perspectives on race enough?
This leader has always been keen to promote diversity at her college, but the last year has left her wondering if there is more she could have done
12 May 2021
Are GCSEs right for a modern education system?
Sally Dicketts asks if we should we do away with the standardised testing process of GCSE exams in favour of a more holistic approach that doesn’t place so much strain on young people
Secondary
27 April 2021
‘FE must have a voice in the industrial strategy consultation’
If the government’s industrial strategy aims to close the skills gap, FE must be involved in its development, Sally Dicketts writes
6 April 2017
Three pillars of learning can hold up mental health
As the government gets to grip with mental ill health among young people, neuroscience offers colleges the practical steps to help young people learn to help themselves
17 February 2017
Embed elusive ‘core’ skills within vocational courses
The government’s strategy to improve English and maths attainment is not working, but we have a chance to fix it
18 November 2016
‘A well-chosen vocational programme could open more doors than a poorly chosen A level’
Students should consider both academic and vocational qualifications, according to the chief executive of Activate Learning
6 July 2016