《英国教育》课件

1、英国教育PPT课件英国教育PPT课件 Introduction to British and American CultureLearning FocusPrimary EducationComprehensive SchoolGrammar School Independent SchoolExams in Secondary EducationOxbridge Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureBefore You ReadWarm-upWhat courses are taught in

2、British primary schools? _Do you know the main examinations for secondary school students? _Can a housewife or a coal miner go to university in Britain? _Do you know any famous universities in the U.K.? If yes, can you list the names of them? _ Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and Amer

3、ican CulturePrimary EducationPre-schoolingBefore primary schooling some children have an opportunity to attend the few kindergartens, which are called “Nursery Schools”. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CulturePrimary Schools Two sections State schools Co-educated schools

4、Academic year Curriculum in school Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureTwo Sections Infant section: for ages 5 to 7 Junior section: for ages 7 to 11State Schools They are funded by local and central governments. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and Americ

5、an CultureCo-educated Schools These schools admit both boys and girls.Academic Year Begins in September, and is divided into three terms, with holidays at Christmas, Easter, and in the summer. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureCurriculum in School Religion, English,

6、Maths, History, Geography, Nature studies, Hygiene, Art Handicraft, Music and Physical Education. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureSecondary Education The children begin secondary education at the age of 11. Types of secondary schools Examinations Introduction to Br

7、itis Introduction to British and American CultureTypes of Secondary Schools Comprehensive schools They were established before 1960. Such schools provide general education. Grammar schools The oldest schools in the U.K. Select the children who get high marks in the “ Eleven Plus” examination, or sho

8、w academic potential. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureTypes of Secondary Schools Independent and public Sschools Independent schools are also confusingly called public schools. Independent schools are funded through the private sector, tuition fees and minimal gove

9、rnment assistance. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureExaminations GCSE : General Certificate of Secondary Education GCEA: General Certificate of Education- Advanced GNVQ: General National Vocational Qualifications Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and Am

10、erican CultureHigher Education British universities receive funds from the central government. The amount of funding each university receives is based on its size, the number of students it teaches, and the research it conducts. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureHigh

11、er Education History and types of university Famous universities Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureHistory of University 12th and 13th centuries: Oxford and Cambridge 14th and 15th centuries: four Scottish universities 19th and 20th centuries: other universities Afte

12、r the Second World War: new universities Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American Culture The only independent university: Buckingham University British universities have relative academic and management freedom. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureF

13、amous UniversitiesThe University of Oxford The oldest university in the English- speaking world Teaching existed at Oxford in 1096 and developed rapidly from 1167. It has a history as impressive as its alumni. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureFamous UniversitiesThe

14、University of Cambridge The second-oldest university in the English- speaking world. It was founded in 1284. It is ranked among the worlds top 5 universities. Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureTwo characteristics of oxford and Cambridge College system Tutorial system

15、 Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureThe University of London it was founded in 1836 it is a federation of colleges Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureOpen University U.KS largest university for part-time higher education It was founded in 1969 and began its first course in 1970. It is open to everybody. courses are taught through TV, radio, videos and a network of study centers Introduction to Britis Introduction to British and American CultureDegrees Offered Bachelors degree Masters degree Doctors de