At the end of this unit
most pupils: understand what work is and how the workplace has changed in recent years. They know some of the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees, and about some of the legislation that supports this. They are aware of the role of trade unions and staff associations in the workplace. They know how to access guidance through Connexions and how to obtain help and advice in different work-related situations. They use their decision-making and presentation skills to share the findings of an enquiry they carry out. They review what they have learned during key stage 4 and identify learning needs and opportunities for the future.
some pupils have not made so much progress and: know about different types of work. They recognise that employees and employers have rights and responsibilities. They know about sources of support and guidance, including those available through Connexions. They make decisions and review their own progress in key stage 4.
some pupils have progressed further and: know about and understand the different types of paid and unpaid work. They identify the changes that have taken place in the workplace in recent years and the effect these have had on workers. They devise questions for an enquiry within their school and wider community. They analyse their findings, and draw conclusions relating to the effect of changes in the world of work on individuals and organisations. They recognise the importance of rights and responsibilities in the workplace, and know about the laws that underpin these. They understand the role of trade unions and staff associations in the workplace. They access careers guidance information through a range of sources, including the Connexions service. They reflect critically on their progress in key stage 4, produce objectives for the future and identify learning opportunities for career and life plans beyond the age of 16.
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