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The positioning of GCSE and Functional Skills in Further Education: how do vocational students make sense of post-16 mathematics pathways? (2022)
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Norris, J. (2023). The positioning of GCSE and Functional Skills in Further Education: how do vocational students make sense of post-16 mathematics pathways?. Research in Mathematics Education, 25(1), 43-61. https://doi.org/10.1080/14794802.2021.2010239

Continuing to study mathematics is currently a requirement for low attaining 16- to 18-year olds in Further Education, as part of an ongoing drive to raise basic numeracy skills in England. However, these students, widely regarded as demotivated, oft... Read More about The positioning of GCSE and Functional Skills in Further Education: how do vocational students make sense of post-16 mathematics pathways?.