http://www.cie.org.uk/rss The latest news from Cambridge 51116-121956 Cambridge 2015 syllabuses will be available on our website and Teacher Support from 22 February 2013. Learn more about our new qualifications. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:22:20 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51116 52413-121948 Our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment, held a lively debate on 15 May 2013 about whether the 'right' maths is being taught in schools. You can watch films of the event online. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:53:40 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52413 52408-121903
A leading maths education specialist from the University of Cambridge Faculty of Education led a professional development workshop for Cambridge teachers in Muscat, Oman this month. Mon, 20 May 2013 12:23:09 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52408 52406-121898 Mon, 20 May 2013 09:19:57 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/05/16/3401368/miami-gardens-teen-takes-scholarship.html 52405-121897 Mon, 20 May 2013 09:15:17 GMT http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/news/local-education/2013-pathfinder-awards-honoring-outstanding-local-/nXtnW/ 52404-121896 Mon, 20 May 2013 08:35:29 GMT http://www.gatorsports.com/article/20130518/ARTICLES/130519607/1182/frontpage 52402-121894 Fri, 17 May 2013 16:00:04 GMT http://blog.thepienews.com/ 52389-121828
Almost 200 teachers from Cambridge schools in Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe attended our professional development training courses at Arundel School, Harare, Zimbabwe on 11 to 14 May 2013. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:19:36 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52389 52383-121800
We've opened registration for this year's Cambridge Schools Conference. It's taking place in Singapore on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 October 2013. Join us to explore the theme of educating today's learners for tomorrow's world. Thu, 16 May 2013 17:21:10 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52383 52381-121789 Our web conferences give Cambridge teachers the experience of face-to-face training without the need to travel. Watch our short video to find out more. Thu, 16 May 2013 16:27:07 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52381 52364-121739 Learn more about new research into Cambridge International A Level and what's happening in the Cambridge community worldwide by reading the latest issue of our magazine. Mon, 13 May 2013 12:18:19 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52364 52325-121681 Fri, 10 May 2013 12:39:44 GMT http://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storycode=6333648 52314-121606 Thu, 09 May 2013 09:26:39 GMT http://www.nst.com.my/streets/johor/two-score-big-in-a-levels-1.274742 52313-121605 Thu, 09 May 2013 09:15:27 GMT http://www.dubib.com/news/49997_cambridge-learner-seminar-provides-expert-advice-for-teachers-in-jordan-and-oman-to-make-mathematics-engaging#.UYtYJErL7yE 52304-121575
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Nick Mazur as Regional Manager, Western Europe. He will work closely with Cambridge schools in the region. Tue, 07 May 2013 11:34:10 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52304 52298-121562 Tue, 07 May 2013 09:07:17 GMT http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20130505/NEWS13/305050033/Cram-Session-Rockledge-class-Chinese-hit?nclick_check=1 52297-121561 Tue, 07 May 2013 09:07:17 GMT http://thestar.com.my/education/story.asp?file=/2013/5/5/education/13027934&sec=education 52296-121541 The June 2013 exam series starts on Tuesday 7 May 2013. We wish candidates and schools every success. Fri, 03 May 2013 09:16:21 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52296 52217-121424
This year's Cambridge Schools Conference will take place on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 October in Singapore. Our theme is 'Educating today's learners for tomorrow's world'. Come and join us. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 14:36:55 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52217 52216-121329 We've introduced a new online booking system for our events. Now you can book all our events in one place online - whether you want to attend a seminar, conference or training course. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:07:45 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52216 52195-121298
We are pleased to welcome Blouberg International School to the Cambridge community. The school in Cape Town has expanded into new premises and held an opening ceremony on 12 April 2013. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:30:54 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52195 52125-121297
We've been exploring the impact of Cambridge International AS and A level on 'college readiness' using data collected from US high schools and universities. Learn more in the new issue of Cambridge Outlook magazine. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:29:06 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52125 52202-121286
Our new Chief Executive, Michael O'Sullivan, has been in Singapore and Malaysia this week to meet Cambridge school principals and our ministry of education partners. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:47:05 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52202 52196-121249 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:22:38 GMT http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/10018165/More-schools-dump-GCSEs-in-favour-of-O-level-style-tests.html 52132-121234 Our Schools Development team works closely with Cambridge schools and is based in offices around the world. Find out about recent changes in the team and new appointments. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:01:28 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=52132 52188-121225 The number of entries for Cambridge IGCSE in English (Literature and Language), and sciences (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) in the UK has almost tripled in just one year. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:04:05 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=52188 52170-121149 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:03:27 GMT http://www.thenews.com.pk/Todays-News-6-172597-Beaconhouse-High-Achievers-Ceremony 52130-121053
We are developing a Global Perspectives eLearning platform for launch later this year. It will open up new learning opportunities for the growing number of schools worldwide teaching Global Perspectives. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:38:31 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52130 52128-121042
Our Cambridge Horizons seminar in China last month saw education experts debate the practices and innovations that make the most difference to teaching and learning. Event resources are now available. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:49:03 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52128 51078-121034 Recent proposals set out by the UK government show that its AS and A Level model is moving closer to the structure of our Cambridge International AS and A Level. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:56:21 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51078 52124-121033 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:35:14 GMT http://tribune.com.pk/story/535948/roots-silver-jubilee-toil-of-the-past-promise-of-the-future/ 52106-121009
School leaders gathered to debate the benefits of bilingual education at our Cambridge Educational Leadership Seminar in Vietnam on 25 March 2013. You can watch videos of the presentations. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:08:51 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52106 52069-120910 Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:53:58 GMT http://thestar.com.my/education/story.asp?file=/2013/3/24/education/12841568&sec=education 52039-120783 Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:03:52 GMT http://www.nate.org.uk/cmsfiles/IGCSE(1).pdf 52000-120728
We have developed a new guide to help school leaders design, implement and evaluate the use of Cambridge programmes and qualifications in their curriculum. It is available on our website now. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 09:45:24 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=52000 51991-120667 Ann Puntis will step down as Chief Executive, Cambridge International Examinations, at the end of March 2013. She will be succeeded by Michael O'Sullivan on 2 April 2013. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 08:31:57 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51991 51995-120666 Well done to four Cambridge learners in Pakistan and India who have won scholarships to the University of Cambridge, funded by our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:17:44 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51995 51993-120647 Are your students interested in writing, development and competing with their peers on an international level? Then they should consider entering the Commonwealth Essay Competition. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:45:49 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51993 51969-120594
Syllabus Updates for Cambridge Schools is an annual publication that gives advance notice of changes to our syllabuses. The 2013 version is now available and is essential reading for Cambridge teachers. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:54:14 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51969 51948-120561 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 09:28:40 GMT http://www.americantowns.com/fl/sarasota/news/north-port-high-to-start-offering-cambridge-aice-program-in-fall-2013-13273922 51114-120436
The Cambridge Commonwealth Trust and the Cambridge Overseas Trust manage nearly 100 scholarship programmes at the University of Cambridge. Find out how to apply for a scholarship, including those funded by our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:39:26 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51114 51899-120435 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:38:23 GMT http://www.thenewstribe.com/2013/03/08/karachi-high-schools-students-shine-at-cambridge-international-examinations/ 51864-120424
At a Cambridge Assessment debate in London recently, top education experts agreed that 21st century skills are not unique to this century. Watch a video of the event. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:08:16 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51864 51808-120128 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:31:42 GMT http://www.times.co.nz/front-page-feature/stunned-by-exam-marks.html 51807-120127 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:31:42 GMT http://www.saudigazette.com.sa/index.cfm?method=home.regcon&contentid=20130305155487 51123-118799 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:28:14 GMT http://tribune.com.pk/story/506999/making-the-effort-count-beaconites-rootsians-take-the-lead-in-cambridge-exams/ 51102-118783
Mark Pedroz, an examiner and Head of English at St Albans School, UK, gives advice on the key skills and techniques that teachers should focus on to give students the confidence to perform well. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:31:10 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51102 51111-118765
Educators and policy-makers from Vietnam visited Spain last month to see how schools are integrating Cambridge international programmes alongside the national curriculum. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:38:50 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51111 51080-118741 Have you thought about examining for Cambridge? We are looking to expand our team. You will need teaching experience and relevant academic qualifications and will work for us on a freelance basis. Find out what examiner roles are available. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:45:17 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51080 51100-118740 Our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment, has responded to the UK government's statement on curriculum and exam reform. The proposed changes to GCSE do not affect Cambridge IGCSE. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:43:38 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51100 51079-118672
What does research suggest are the most powerful influences on student learning? This is the theme of the Cambridge Horizons seminar in Shanghai, China on 7 March 2013. Register to watch this event online. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:34:00 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51079 49676-118640 The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has confirmed Cambridge International Examinations' status as an 'Approved English Language test provider'. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:04:25 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=49676 51038-118573 A project carried out by Cambridge International AS Level Economics students at The British International College in South Africa is a good example of the type of active learning promoted by Cambridge. Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:16:36 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51038 51028-118548 Resources from our November 2012 exam series are now available on our secure Teacher Support site, including mark schemes and grade thresholds. Examiner reports will be available soon. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:08:02 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=51028 51027-118546
Cambridge Assessment, our parent organisation, is hosting a debate to evaluate teaching and assessing '21st century skills'. It will take place in London on 28 February 2013 and will be streamed live online. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:38:29 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=51027 50995-118277 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:25:54 GMT http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10861042 49898-116978
Cambridge learners around the world who sat exams in our November 2012 series are receiving their results today. We wish all learners the very best for the next steps in their education and career. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:28:39 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49898 49897-115869 The deadline for making entries for our June 2013 exam series is 21 February 2013. Your school needs to be registered with Cambridge before you can make exam entries. Find out how to become a Cambridge school. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:14:29 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=49897 49629-115639
Students taking Cambridge Pre-U Chemistry found it gave them the edge for success in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge Lower 6th Competition, with 5 of the 39 winners studying the qualification. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:42:11 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49629 49671-115515 Provisional results for our November 2012 exam series will be available to schools on CIE Direct on 22 January 2013. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:27:49 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=49671 48188-115513
Find out more about our Cambridge Teachers Conference by watching a video news report and downloading podcasts of the keynote speeches. The theme was leadership in schools, and 178 teachers from schools worldwide took part in the event on 17-19 September 2012. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:26:07 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48188 49775-115511 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:24:01 GMT http://irvingblog.dallasnews.com/2013/01/two-irving-high-schools-to-pilot-rigorous-ap-cambridge-college-prep-program.html/ 49746-115023 Thu, 03 Jan 2013 08:59:14 GMT http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2013/1/3/southneast/12525921 49705-114878
Our Bridging the Gap events are designed to give students a taste of what to expect of university. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:49:58 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49705 49455-114441
We have recently added to our range of support resources for Cambridge Global Perspectives. These new resources will help teachers plan lessons for learners at Cambridge Secondary 2 and Cambridge Advanced stage. Thu, 06 Dec 2012 18:05:52 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49455 49640-114410
Schools in Asia Pacific can look forward to a wider range of Cambridge education and networking events following the launch of Cambridge Assessment Singapore, our new charitable education organisation. Find out what's coming up. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 17:20:16 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49640 48532-114363
The first Cambridge Horizons event for policy makers, curriculum developers and educators took place in Singapore on 27 November 2012. The theme was 'Bilingual education: cognitive benefits and policy into practice'. Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:58:57 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48532 49460-113893 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 09:26:00 GMT http://www.thisisleicestershire.co.uk/Lessons-languages-High-importance/story-17434169-detail/story.html 49459-113892 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:27:53 GMT http://www.guardian.co.uk/teacher-network/teacher-blog/2012/nov/27/taking-chemistry-beyond-syllabus 49457-113890
Principals from 65 Cambridge International Schools in Indonesia got together at an event to hear updates and share best practice. Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:52:56 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=49457 48528-112905 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 10:33:28 GMT http://www.wscountytimes.co.uk/community/readers-news/student-wins-award-in-chemistry-competition-1-4513494 48415-112903 We have opened a new charitable education organisation in Asia Pacific: Cambridge Assessment Singapore. We will work together to contribute to effective teaching and successful learning in schools in the Asia Pacific region. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 10:30:08 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=48415 48419-112525 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 08:36:54 GMT http://www.ameinfo.com/cambridge-examinations-board-commends-sultans-school-318953 48416-112508 Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:20:04 GMT http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1236024/1/.html 48264-112046 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:58:06 GMT http://edusanjal.com/blog/2012/10/british-council-and-cie-announced-new-qualification-for-secondary-school-students-in-nepal 48263-112043 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:56:46 GMT http://www.marketrasenmail.co.uk/news/education/building-relations-with-international-community-1-4330940 48258-112016 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:11:27 GMT http://fecommunity.ning.com/profiles/blogs/cambridge-pre-u-qualification-debuts-at-richmond-upon-thames 48252-111984 Tue, 09 Oct 2012 08:33:07 GMT http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/education/news/International-board-sees-23-rise-in-examinees/articleshow/16730997.cms 48248-111968 Fri, 05 Oct 2012 11:15:43 GMT http://www.guardian.co.uk/teacher-network/2012/oct/05/igcse-more-engaging-alternative 48236-111943 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:11:49 GMT http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2012/09/20/20120920arizona-high-school-program-expands.html?nclick_check=1 48235-111942 Cambridge International Examinations and the British Council are delighted to announce the development of a new qualification for secondary school students in Nepal. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 09:09:24 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=48235 48150-111941
If you want to know how learners following Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary 1 meet attainment levels for the National Curriculum for England, read the new curriculum mapping documents on our website. We've recently reviewed both programmes alongside the National Curriculum. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:56:39 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48150 48176-111936
178 teachers from 40 countries gathered at Robinson College in Cambridge this week to learn how to hone their leadership skills from experts in the field. Cambridge International Examinations hosted its annual teachers conference entitled, 'Confident learners, confident teachers: new ways of looking at leadership.' Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:56:30 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48176 48210-111859 We welcome efforts to reform the English education system. All successful education systems change and innovate and we welcome the proposals. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:26:39 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=48210 48187-111813 Cambridge International Examinations Chief Executive, Ann Puntis, responds to a report from the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference (HMC) on endemic problems with marking, awarding, re-marks and appeals at GCSE and A Level, 2007-2012. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:52:10 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=48187 48182-111685 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 11:36:22 GMT http://www.yumasun.com/news/students-81929-year-exams.html 48181-111663 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 16:34:30 GMT http://www.thisisgloucestershire.co.uk/Exam-board-praises-Cheltenham-Ladies-college/story-16955967-detail/story.html 48162-111649 The UK Education Secretary, Michael Gove announced today, Monday 17th September 2012, reform of the education system in England for 14-16 year olds. Our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment, which is a department of the University of Cambridge has commented as follows: Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:24:58 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=48162 48152-111547 Cambridge Global Perspectives qualifications prepare learners for the 21st century, developing international-mindedness, critical thinking and communication skills. Find out more about the different options available for students aged 14 to 19. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:13:03 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=48152 48143-111543
Are you up to date with our new qualifications? There are new Cambridge IGCSEs in World Literature and Enterprise, new Cambridge International A Levels in English Language and Media Studies - and more. Read our quick guide to what's new. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:38:50 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48143 48115-111334
We offer a wide range of self-study and tutor-led online training courses for Cambridge teachers. The next courses start this month - book your place by 14 September 2012. Mon, 10 Sep 2012 16:57:19 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=48115 48113-111256 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 09:06:12 GMT http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Program-designed-to-pave-Spring-ISD-students-way-3850183.php 48112-111255 Fri, 07 Sep 2012 16:22:32 GMT http://www.education-today.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/4066/Cambridge_teachers_92_conference_explores_new_ways_of_looking_at_leadership.html 47933-111046 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 10:27:51 GMT http://allafrica.com/stories/201209031173.html 47922-111006 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 09:08:49 GMT http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/08/27/2963238/miami-springs-high-school-to-offer.html 47919-111003 Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:58:48 GMT http://www.attainmagazine.co.uk/news/story/2105/?view=current 47915-110984 Fri, 24 Aug 2012 09:35:24 GMT http://www.alderleyedge.com/news/article/6876/alderley-girls-celebrate-excellent-gcse-results 47912-110963
Worldwide entries for Cambridge IGCSE in our June 2012 exam series were up 21% on June 2011, with entries from UK schools up 119%. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 09:45:49 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=47912 47911-110954
SKALs International Boarding School in Denmark has a strong association with Cambridge International Examinations, which was strengthened during a recent visit to Cambridge. Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:17:52 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=47911 47907-110912 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:34:05 GMT http://www.arabnews.com/pisj-es-students-excel-cambridge-exams 47906-110911 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:31:54 GMT http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-08-15/mumbai/33215701_1_students-fare-igcse-hindi-exam 47905-110910 Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:30:08 GMT http://tribune.com.pk/story/421581/cambridge-results-if-a-were-gold-medals-karachis-students-swept-the-cie-olympics/ 47881-110866
Congratulations to learners around the world who have received Cambridge exam results this week. We wish you all the very best for your next steps. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:25:11 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=47881 47522-110865 Provisional June 2012 results for Cambridge examinations will be released to schools this week. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 11:22:03 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=47522 47862-110852 Schools who entered students for our June 2012 exam series are receiving results this week. It has been a record session with worldwide entries up 19% on last year. Post-exam resources are now available to help teachers plan ahead for future series. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:28:53 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=47862 47878-110849 If you teach in a bilingual classroom and have students in your class who struggle with English, our new online training course will help you develop techniques to support their learning. Register by 17 September. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 09:39:06 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=47878 47469-109832 Uptake of Cambridge IGCSE has continued to rise significantly in UK schools - with a marked uplift in EBacc subjects in particular, including English, History and Biology. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:05:29 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=47469 45190-109300
More than 180 teachers have registered for our Cambridge Teachers Conference in September 2012. We look forward to welcoming teachers from over 30 countries to Cambridge to discuss new ways of looking at leadership in schools. Waiting list available - get in touch to register your interest. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:30:19 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=45190 47473-108831 Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:26:17 GMT http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-19101958 47471-108815 Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:00:14 GMT http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2182937/Rise-IGCSE-Hundreds-state-schools-Goves-tough-new-exam.html?ito=feeds-newsxml 47470-108813 Fri, 03 Aug 2012 08:59:35 GMT http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/9446842/More-schools-switching-to-tougher-IGCSE-alternative.html 46558-107834 We have shortened our name to Cambridge International Examinations. We are still part of the University of Cambridge and our logo includes their crest. Find out how your school can download our logo. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:31:26 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=46558 46557-107833
Dreams came true for graphic design student, Adri le Roux, when her design was chosen for the plane that would transport the South African Olympic and Paralympic teams to the London Olympics 2012. Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:18:05 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=46557 46541-107748 Tue, 31 Jul 2012 09:44:12 GMT http://www.yumasun.com/news/students-80549-education-yuma.html 46455-107449 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:01:42 GMT http://djournal.com/view/full_story/19327356/article-More-schools-get-chance-at-pilot-program?instance=home_news_1st_left 46383-106322
Students from 14 UK schools took part in a Cambridge Pre-U 'Bridging the Gap' seminar at the University of Cambridge recently, designed to give them insight into studying science at university. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:06:39 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=46383 46381-106161
A class of Cambridge learners from Mayco School of English, Tenerife, recently stopped by our office during a trip to Cambridge. Students at Mayco follow a bilingual education programme, studying Cambridge IGCSE alongside the Spanish national curriculum. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:47:02 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=46381 46188-105580 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 09:07:40 GMT http://www.ft.lk/2012/06/28/university-of-cambridge-international-examinations-meets-stakeholders/ 45322-104714
More than 100 primary and secondary teachers from Cambridge schools in Indonesia participated in a Cambridge training event recently -the first event of its kind in the region. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 10:33:53 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=45322 45316-104316 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:35:16 GMT http://www.indianexpress.com/news/boarding-school-with-international-curriculum-announces-launch-in-panchkula/965249/ 45315-104317 Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:35:16 GMT http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=514305&version=1&template_id=36&parent_id=16 45312-104022 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 11:09:11 GMT http://thepienews.com/pie-chat/ann-puntis-ceo-cambridge-international-examinations/ 45278-103936 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 09:07:05 GMT http://www.firstcoastnews.com/news/local/article/259859/3/Northwestern-Middle-School-accepted-as-Lower-Cambridge-School 45191-103769 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 08:44:20 GMT http://www.deccanherald.com/content/253660/delhi-boy-bags-cambridge-scholarship.html 45171-103742
Cambridge students in the UK recently took part in a new research project we organised to find out more about using tablet technology in exams. Wed, 30 May 2012 15:05:06 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=45171 45164-103726
During a visit by the Indonesian Minister of Education, Professor Dr Mohammad Nuh, to the UK this week, we made a commitment with the Indonesian Ministry of Education to offer Cambridge IGCSE Bahasa Indonesia. Wed, 30 May 2012 14:22:02 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=45164 45162-103723 University of Cambridge International Examinations is delighted to announce the development of a new qualification for secondary school students in Indonesia. Wed, 30 May 2012 14:08:24 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=45162 45054-101981 Fri, 18 May 2012 09:01:58 GMT http://www.wmbb.com/story/18519622/2012/05/17/a-new-jinks-middle-school-program-prepares-students-early-on 45008-101860 Mon, 14 May 2012 11:18:16 GMT http://www.brunei-online.com/sunday/news/may13h1.htm 45007-101859 Mon, 14 May 2012 09:15:28 GMT http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_798097.html 45006-101856 UK teachers have until 1 June 2012 to enter students for the 2012 Cambridge Chemistry Challenge Lower 6th Competition. It is designed to help Year 12 students think about science in the way they would at university. Fri, 11 May 2012 10:41:12 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=45006 44965-101728 The June 2012 exam series for Cambridge qualifications, including Cambridge International AS and A level and Cambridge IGCSE, is now underway. We wish all candidates and schools every success. Tue, 08 May 2012 11:21:07 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=44965 44959-101704 Thu, 03 May 2012 09:25:02 GMT http://business-standard.com/india/news/india-sees-20-rise-in-students-taking-cambridge-qualifications/473268/ 44954-101691 The number of schools entering students for Cambridge qualifications in India has risen significantly over the past year. Schools in India made over 27,000 entries for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Level, seeing a rise of 20% since 2011. Wed, 02 May 2012 14:35:21 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44954 44953-101688 Tue, 01 May 2012 16:32:21 GMT http://www.educatenepal.com/news/detail/cambridge-toppers-bag-awards 44919-101682
NGG International School in Denmark held a Science Day recently, giving students a chance to think creatively about science. The school offers Cambridge programmes and qualifications for learners aged 11 to 16 years. Tue, 01 May 2012 13:43:08 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44919 44900-101606 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:47:12 GMT http://www.thisistotalessex.co.uk/County-High-town-let-pupils-study-pre-U/story-15921314-detail/story.html 44894-101558 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:36:25 GMT http://www.guardian.co.uk/higher-education-network/blog/2012/apr/25/lessons-cambridge-pre-u 44892-101557
We are pleased to announce the winners of this year's University of Cambridge 800th Anniversary Scholarships and Manmohan Singh Scholarships funded by our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:27:23 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44892 44655-101551
Language students from 12 UK schools attended a Cambridge Pre-U 'Bridging the Gap' event recently to learn more about studying languages at university, and how to make a successful transition to degree-level study. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:22:51 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44655 44875-101519
A recent visit to Cambridge by the Minister of Education for Mongolia culminated in the signing of the Mongolia-Cambridge initiative agreement for University of Cambridge International Examinations to deliver educational services and reforms to the country. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:37:09 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44875 44864-101484
Being part of our global education community creates opportunities for students from different schools, and different countries, to learn alongside each other. We have supported two events recently - in Argentina and the UK - to bring Cambridge learners together. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:06:56 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44864 44849-101480
If you want to know which universities and higher education institutions around the world accept Cambridge qualifications, just search the recognition database on our public website. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:47:17 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44849 44858-101474
If you teach Cambridge IGCSE or our other qualifications in a bilingual education context, you will be pleased to hear about our growing support in this area. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:49:51 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44858 44854-101462
Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise offers a fun way to develop skills in business, according to Chelsea Finlayson, the first ever winner of an Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award for our new Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:58:08 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44854 44796-101349
We endorse textbooks from a range of publishers to support our qualifications. Here is an update on endorsed textbooks published in the last six months. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:53:49 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44796 44789-101269 In 2011, UCAS (the organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK) reviewed the qualifications information needs of schools, colleges, higher education institutions, advisers and applicants to higher education. It then proposed the development of a new shared qualifications information service and launched a consultation which closed on 16 April 2012. Read our response to the consultation. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:36:28 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=44789 44787-101250 Rigorous programme will develop students' critical thinking skills from a global perspective. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:53:48 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44787 44764-101091
A symposium has got underway in Argentina for Cambridge Global Perspectives students from around the world. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:11:27 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44764 44715-100974 Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:53:24 GMT http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?storycode=419636#.T4V6NOkjHQs.twitter 44700-100930
Richmond upon Thames College, one of the largest Further Education colleges in the South East of England and one of the top performing colleges in London, has chosen to adopt Cambridge Pre-U. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 10:06:35 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44700 44701-100931
This week the UK government has announced proposals to reform UK A Levels. Cambridge Pre-U, in many ways, is one step ahead of the game. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:01:24 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44701 44688-100894 Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:38:27 GMT http://www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk/news/local/richmondnews/9628925.Richmond_College_pilots_Cambridge_Pre_U_qualification/ 44661-100863 Cambridge Pre-U, which aims to prepare students better for the rigour of university study, is growing in popularity in state schools across the UK, according to the latest figures from University of Cambridge International Examinations. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:40:22 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44661 44659-100857 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:21:35 GMT http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/educationnews/9178221/More-schools-switching-to-tougher-A-level-alternative.html 44641-100822 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 09:05:20 GMT http://ubpost.mongolnews.mn/index.php/2011-07-03-14-21-08/88888937-domestictop/6996-cie-to-be-tested-in-schools-starting-next-week- 44634-100801 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:17:42 GMT http://www.odt.co.nz/campus/university-otago/203147/high-flyers-bound-duke-university 44568-100667 Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:01:18 GMT http://arabnews.com/saudiarabia/article587569.ece 44565-100662 Cambridge learners in Pakistan who have achieved top results in Cambridge examinations have been speaking about their success, and their hopes for the future. Watch the video. Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:58:07 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=44565 44564-100660 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:10:50 GMT http://educationtimes.com/educationTimes/CMSD/Expert-Eye/26/2012031220120312175709718eba89dc/Window-to-the-world.html 44563-100659
Most of the entries for our June 2012 exam series are now in, and they reveal the extent to which the Cambridge community is growing. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:28:35 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44563 44227-100652
Students from Walthamstow Hall in the UK and Eastchester High in the US visited Cambridge this week following collaboration on their Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research project. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:11:56 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44227 44562-100641
The 'Syllabus Updates for Cambridge Schools 2012' booklet is now available. It gives advance notice of changes to syllabuses to help Cambridge teachers plan ahead. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:28:36 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=44562 44473-100245 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:04:09 GMT http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2012-03-03/story/westside-middle-school-chosen-cambridge-program 44464-100230 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 09:40:13 GMT http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/singaporelocalnews/view/1186550/1/.html 44208-99797 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:41:35 GMT http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10787311 44173-99486 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:37:13 GMT http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2012/02/cambridge-int%E2%80%99l-certificate-to-be-awarded-to-teachers/ 43964-99240 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:11:28 GMT http://www.saudigazette.com.sa/index.cfm?method=home.regcon&contentID=20120214117549 43949-99201 Mon, 13 Feb 2012 10:10:20 GMT http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/NewDelhi/Saket-s-Amity-International-School-celebrates-its-annual-day/Article1-810495.aspx 43926-99158 Our 2014 syllabuses will be available on Teacher Support and our public website from 24 February 2012. New syllabuses include Cambridge IGCSE Italian and Cambridge International A Level English Language. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:21:54 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=43926 43919-99068 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:16:04 GMT http://www.tes.co.uk/article.aspx?storycode=6172477 43889-99024
We participated in a recent conference hosted by the University of Southern California to explore what education developments are needed to prepare students for success in the 21st century. View resources from the event. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:36:39 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=43889 43865-98949 Question papers, mark schemes and grade thresholds for the November 2011 exam series are now available on Teacher Support, our secure website for Cambridge schools. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:30:43 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=43865 43809-98663 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:57:51 GMT http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/education/abu-dhabi-student-scoops-top-honour-1.966292 43808-98662 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:47:04 GMT http://www.dnaindia.com/mumbai/report_mumbai-kids-shine-in-international-exams_1641852 42769-98612 We released November 2011 provisional results for Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge O Level and Cambridge International AS and A Level exams onto the CIE Direct website on 23 January 2012. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:25:23 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=42769 43625-97306
DG Khetan International School, Mumbai, India recently came up with a fun way to introduce their Grade 8 and 9 students to Cambridge IGCSE commerce subjects. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:19:14 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=43625 42774-96149 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:58:32 GMT http://www.khaleejtimes.com/Displayarticle08.asp?section=expressions&xfile=data/expressions/2012/January/expressions_January18.xml 42773-96143 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 09:02:19 GMT http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/schools-abandon-gcses-in-favour-of-new-exam-6289556.html 42772-96142
Cambridge teachers can apply for a University of Cambridge International Examinations bursary to study a new Master of Studies (Mst) in Advanced Subject Teaching at the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:22:08 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=42772 42684-95833
We held seminars in Pakistan recently to help teachers find new ways to engage students in maths lessons. They were led by a maths specialist from the University of Cambridge. Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:35:24 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=42684 42632-95538 A new agreement between University of Cambridge International Examinations and the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) will smooth the path of Cambridge learners in Mexico who want to progress to national universities. Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:51:02 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=42632 42629-95533 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:44:56 GMT http://www.deccanchronicle.com/tabloid/education/world-topper-keen-indian-foreign-service-468 42593-95415
Over 2000 Cambridge learners of all ages put on a colourful show for their parents and teachers at the 18th Annual Cultural Day of Bombay Cambridge School, Andheri (East) India. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 09:33:46 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=42593 42558-95330 Our parent organisation, Cambridge Assessment, is investigating what role exam boards - and other organisations - should have in shaping good curricula. You can attend their debate in London in January 2012, or join the discussion online now. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:58:22 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=42558 42390-94959 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:30:25 GMT http://jacksonville.com/community/shorelines/2011-12-10/story/cambridge-program-embraced-fletcher-students 41242-93686 We are pleased to announce two bursaries for Cambridge teachers who want to study a new Master's degree in Advanced Subject Teaching at the University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education. The part-time course has been specially designed for English and History teachers. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:55:53 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=41242 42213-93679 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:54:24 GMT http://www.sundaytimes.lk/111204/Education/ed14.html 41238-92428 What skills does a successful entrepreneur need to learn? This was one of the key questions discussed around the world during Global Entrepreneurship Week recently, and it is relevant to our new Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise qualification. Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:15:20 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=41238 41239-92382 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:56:11 GMT http://sundaytimes.lk/111127/Education/ed25.html 41233-92353
We have recently published a new version of our Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives Teaching Pack filled with advice and information to help teachers get started with this exciting new qualification. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:14:35 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=41233 41223-92330
Students from over 20 UK schools have received awards for achieving top marks in a new chemistry competition supported by University of Cambridge International Examinations. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:32:40 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=41223 41216-92311
Dr Indu Shahani, Dean of HR College of Commerce and Economics in India and Sheriff of Mumbai, visited Cambridge recently to learn more about our professional development programmes for teachers. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:51:17 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=41216 41121-92032 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:13:14 GMT http://www.chinapost.com.tw/taiwan/national/national-news/2011/11/14/322840/TES-students.htm 41101-91978 Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:16:47 GMT http://www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk/Finnish-pupils-given-taste-Lincolnshire/story-13807323-detail/story.html 41055-91866 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:44:20 GMT http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=467560&version=1&template_id=36&parent_id=16 41013-90924
We are pleased to announce a new Cambridge Pre-U Short Course in Global Perspectives. It is available for teaching in UK schools now. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:37:59 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=41013 40986-90868
We are holding a free Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives and Research seminar on 10 November 2011. The event will give teachers and learners a greater understanding of how they can bridge the gap between school and university. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:54:19 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=40986 40993-90808 We are offering a wide range of self-study and tutor-led online training courses for Cambridge teachers, starting in December 2011 and January 2012. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 10:24:36 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/announcements/detail?announcement_id=40993 40997-90804
Roots School System (RSS) in Pakistan has celebrated the success of its first group of teachers to complete the Cambridge International Certificate for Teachers and Trainers. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:27:12 GMT http://www.cie.org.uk/news/features/detail?feature_id=40997