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National Literacy Trust supports financial capability of young people across the UK
The National Literacy Trust has partnered with global information services company, Experian, to launch Words that Count, a national campaign that will boost the financial literacy and understanding of 6 million young people aged 16 to 24 in the UK.
A survey of children and young people’s financial capability by the Money and Pensions Service showed that: • Only half (51%) of 16 to 17-year-olds in the UK feel confident about managing their own money • Just over third (38%) of those aged 7 to 17 recall learning about managing money at school
As part of its delivery, Words that Count will focus on a new financial
matter of relevance to Generation Z every fortnight over six months, to support a growing number of young people with little or no experience in financial matters. The course is designed to build confidence and create a generation of more financially literate young people. Through free website resources and endorsement from influencers in the financial literacy space,
young people will get to know discussion points such as second-hand retail platforms, ‘buy now pay later’ schemes and crypto currency. The campaign will also share advice on topics including first jobs, paying bills, managing money and council tax. For each subject, they will be invited to test their knowledge in an interactive quiz. Jonathan Douglas CBE, Chief Executive of the National
Literacy Trust, said: “Our research highlighted the clear and urgent relationship between someone’s reading and financial abilities. ‘Words that Count’ aims to give people
the confidence and competence to understand words in everyday situations that will allow them to make sound financial decisions knowing and using what support is out there, regardless of their situation. The advancement of technology has been brilliant on so many levels but there’s a limited number of people who are now equipped with the financial skills to become successful. We cannot afford to let this pandemic ruin young people’s futures any more than it has already. I would urge all young people to sign up for these free courses.”
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DYWcelebrates partnership between Glen Urquhart High School and industry leader in drive to improve youth employment
A Highland organisation that connects educators with business leaders to find new routes for young people into the world of work has hailed the efforts of a local masonry specialist. Developing the Young
Workforce Inverness & Central Highland (DYWICH) is celebrating the success of a partnership between Glen Urquhart High School and Tom Nelson Stonework, based in Drumnadrochit. Reece Woods (20) first encountered Tom Nelson Stonework during his
school work experience placement. The former Glen Urquhart High School pupil said: “School was ok, but I never really felt that it was the place for me. I was itching to move on. When I left at the end of S5, I went to college which was much better as I had more freedom. It felt a bit more grown up.”
After studying car mechanics for two years, however, Woods decided
that this was not the industry for him and approached the company he had enjoyed working with during his placement. Ashley Woodhouse, DYWICH school coordinator for Glen Urquhart
High School, added: “Tom Nelson Stonework’s partnership with Glen Urquhart High School is a fantastic example of the great things that can happen when the worlds of business and education come together. “At DYWICH, we are always on the lookout for any businesses that
would like to engage with their local schools in order to introduce them to new industries or pass on transferrable skills that will help them in later life. “Whether a business can offer placements and internships, or simply
spare staff for an afternoon to come and talk to pupils about their industry or interview skills, everything will help young people on their journey into employment. “Many businesses already engage with local schools, and if they want
to formalise that partnership, they can sign the Young Person’s Guarantee to commit to supporting Scotland’s future workforce.”
uwww.dywich.co.uk
Somerset college students get iPads in transformative tech project More than 500 Bridgwater &
Taunton College (BTC) students have received iPads as part of a pioneering digital strategy that is transforming teaching and learning at the College. The first phase of the project saw
full-time students studying A Levels, T Levels, the International Baccalaureate (IB) and at the National College for Nuclear and their tutors receive iPads. The Level 3 students are studying courses at the same academic level, but span a range of subject areas, meaning that they need access to a variety of different multimedia resources. Their lessons also involve different learning contexts, including group as well as personal and remote study. The apps installed on the iPads are all designed to support the students’
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scheme is designed to identify ways to enhance learning using new technology and digital tools. All users are encouraged to give regular feedback and a group of 20 Student Digital Ambassadors work closely with both the College and their peers, sharing tips and ideas. The pilot scheme is already garnering excellent feedback from both staff
and students, and transforming how students and staff learn and teach. Benefits range from not having to carry heavy books to and from lessons, easy access to images, videos and other educational resources, and the ability to study at any time and in any location. The next phase of the project will see iPads provided to students on the
Nursing degree, a new course based at University Centre Somerset in Taunton.
uwww.btc.ac.uk February 2022
study and improve communication, as well as giving them the opportunity to gain experience with programmes that are staples of the workplace, such as MS Office 365. Both staff and students have been trained to use the devices, but the
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