HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY DEVELOPMENTS IN THE EDUCATION SYSTEMS OF ENGLAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, AND NORTHERN IRELAND
Keywords:
Keywords: Education history, UK education system, England schools, Scottish curriculum, Welsh education, Northern Ireland reforms, contemporary education changes, UK education policy.Abstract
Abstract:This article explores the evolution of the education systems in
England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland from their historical roots to the
modern-day structures. It highlights the unique characteristics of each region’s system,
influenced by their political autonomy and cultural identity. The article also discusses
recent changes in curricula, assessments, governance, and technology integration in
schools, and analyses how these reforms aim to improve equity, quality, and inclusivity
across the United Kingdom.
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