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John Booth

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Dad, SQA director of comms, Man U fan, karaoke lover

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There have been misleading media reports about this year’s Higher History assessments. The 2024 marking approach was consistent with the 2023 approach and we're confident that the attainment rate accurately reflected learner performance. More info: ow.ly/Azzt50T47Ss

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Our review of Higher History has concluded that the marking standard in 2024 did not change, and that learners were not disadvantaged. Independent, external scrutiny of the review has endorsed the findings. Full details: ow.ly/qEG050U1iPX

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There have been misleading media reports about this year’s Higher History assessments. The 2024 marking approach was consistent with the 2023 approach and we're confident that the attainment rate accurately reflected learner performance. More info: ow.ly/Azzt50T47Ss

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Awaiting #SQAresults and looking for info to help you feel prepared? Our Learner Hub is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know ahead of Results Day, Tuesday 6 August.🙌 🧐Take a look: info.sqa.org.uk/Your-Results

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The facts about our Appeals service: 🔵It remains free and opens on #SQAresults Day, 9am 🔵 Your SQA-marked assessments go through a marking review (not a re-mark) 🔵 You can prioritise your appeal if you have a conditional place at college/uni 👉info.sqa.org.uk/appeals2024


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New: @sqanews chair and chief exec write for us today on move to Qualifications Scotland Strengthened governance alone "will not deliver the changes we all want", they say "The bill must be, and will be, a catalyst for wider change." tes.com/magazine/analy…


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We're proud to announce that thousands of learners will be able to access some of their marked exam papers from #SQAresults Day. Learn more: ow.ly/8uyB50RRjQP | #SQAexams


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New: Scottish schools to get access to marked exam papers for the first time Marked exam papers in five subject areas will be made available on exam results day (6 August) - @sqanews says the move will "ensure transparency" tes.com/magazine/news/…


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Centres have been issued a solution relating to the National 5 Music Technology exam. This has been sent directly to their SQA Coordinators and Chief Invigilators. Please contact social.media@sqa.org.uk for any further support.

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It's the first day of #SQAexams! Good luck from everyone at SQA - you've got this! 💪 Looking for resources? Check out our Learner Hub 👉 bit.ly/SQA-LearnerHub

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🙋‍♀️ Aisha and Shirley embraced the chance to take part in the @impact_arts Impactful Parents programme. Through creative arts activities they have made friends, grown in confidence, and achieved an SQA award in Communication.🤩👏 Find out more: ow.ly/MVcV50RiQGe


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Are you or someone you know preparing for #SQAexams? 📚 Our partners @YoungScot have shared tips on how to de-stress and look after your emotional wellbeing. ☕️ Take a look 👉 bit.ly/SQA-LearnerHub.


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🟡Your Exams guide 2024🟡 Our latest resource covers what you need to know about National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams. It also contains important rules which help keep exams fair for everyone. 👉 bit.ly/SQA-YourExams | #SQAexams


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Sitting #SQAexams this year or know someone who is? We've put together what you need to know about our approach to grading and services available to learners. 🧵👇 (1/4) You can also read the full details in our blog: bit.ly/3Ir3cAz

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The SQA are seeking opinions from learners and teachers on an updated Scottish Set Text list for 2025/26. It is important you have your say. There are options to keep or replace current texts, and space to suggest alternatives. sqa.org.uk/sqa/109707.html


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New: The impact of the pandemic will not be taken into account by @sqanews this year when grading exams - but it will “consider any impact on learners completing coursework for the first time” Appeals will also be free of charge Full story ⬇️ tes.com/magazine/news/…


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The SQA is asking teachers and secondary students for feedback on the Scottish set texts studied as part of National 5 and Higher English courses - what should be kept? what should be replaced? and what should be added? tes.com/magazine/news/…


Tell us which books should be in future English exams 📖

📢 SURVEY: Scottish set text list for 2025/26 📚 This #WorldBookDay you can help shape which Scottish texts become a key part of future National 5 and Higher English courses. We’re seeking opinions from learners and educational professionals 👉 ow.ly/eoLl50QNsbo

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🙋 SQA communications - share your views! Have your say in how we engage with you by taking part in this survey by Friday 8 March. Your feedback will help us share information in a way that works for you. ow.ly/pfVf50QGGhY

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