mistergrumpy
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 05:06 PM |
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Adult Literacy Level 1
I'm trying to find out a bit of information in regards to the GCSE equivalent of the Level 1 Adult Literacy exam. I know that it's
equivalent to a D-G GCSE pass but where are the boundaries? I looking to compare a 65% pass to see if it's closer the D or G end and how much
work is left before taking the level 2, A-C exam.
Thanks
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bi22le
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 05:54 PM |
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No offence intended but why cant you just take the GCSE?
It would be more recognised and with homework should be quite easy. My spelling and english is awful and I got a C in English. Common thought is
anything below a C is a fail anyway.
Regarding OP; no idea where you could find that. Maybe contact an adult collage or the examination board to see if they would give you the idea.
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mistergrumpy
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 06:21 PM |
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No offence taken 
It's not me that's taken the exam. The level 1 is the equivalent to a grade D-G GCSE but generally for adults as they're no longer
in school and although A-C is considered a good pass and true it's what most employers look for, D-G is also a pass to my knowledge. (D-F
certainly as I have some certificates for these!)
It's easy to say do the level 2 (grade A-C exam) but the person who's just done this has put a ton of work in just to get this far,
we're talking 12-18 months of progressive work and in my thought maybe suffers a little from dyslexia so this is a good milestone and hopefully
a turning point in believing in themselves.
I was just after a guide to how much work needs to be done before sitting the level 2 and if it's worth it or maybe start a different subject,
maths maybe.
Just read that back and it sounds a bit like a rant but isn't.
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Mr C
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 07:02 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by mistergrumpy
No offence taken
It's not me that's taken the exam. The level 1 is the equivalent to a grade D-G GCSE but generally for adults as they're no longer
in school and although A-C is considered a good pass and true it's what most employers look for, D-G is also a pass to my knowledge. (D-F
certainly as I have some certificates for these!)
It's easy to say do the level 2 (grade A-C exam) but the person who's just done this has put a ton of work in just to get this far,
we're talking 12-18 months of progressive work and in my thought maybe suffers a little from dyslexia so this is a good milestone and hopefully
a turning point in believing in themselves.
I was just after a guide to how much work needs to be done before sitting the level 2 and if it's worth it or maybe start a different subject,
maths maybe.
Just read that back and it sounds a bit like a rant but isn't.
Observing from the sideline, your response doesn't come across as a rant, its a response I sort of expected. I don't know the answer to
your OP though I wanted to state that anyone who makes the effort to better themselves in this area, rather than struggle on and get by, has my
admiration, hats off to you for supporting the person total respect to you both and all the best.
[Edited on 9/1/12 by Mr C]
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ashg
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 07:08 PM |
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asking an adult that struggles to or cant read & write to take a GCSE is like expecting a 5-10 year old to do it. its not that they can't
they just haven't developed the required skills yet.
the curriculum on the adult learning courses is specifically tailored to adults, for adults, to get them up to speed fast. usually adults that
can't read and write, can't because the normal learning/education process didn't work for them or failed them in one way or another
in the first place.
as for what a specific qualification is worth in the work place... its somewhat irrelevant to a person that can't read and write. the fact
that they have learnt to read and write on any level is the real success.
If i have learnt anything in life its one thing. you should never be negative in any way, to any person that has made a concious decision to better
themselves.
as for your specific question it may be worth anonymously telephoning the tutor/establishment of said course and asking.
edit. p.s dont struggle on your own there is loads of help out there and now they have the basics down building up confidence should become easier
all the time.
[Edited on 9/1/2012 by ashg]
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Ninehigh
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 07:17 PM |
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If they've passed the level 1 the worst they can do is try the level 2 and blow it out of their backside... As long as the guy understands
there's a possibility s/he's going to struggle then no harm done
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bi22le
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 07:48 PM |
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Yeah I dont see that as a rant, although your tag suggests otherwise!!!
Just another thought. I did struggle at school in english and am dyslexic (SP?). I remember originally being entered into the 'lower'
exam. Basically meant I could only get a D at best (100%) but the exam was easier therefore higher marks more achievable and more chance of not
getting a F.
After doing well at a couple of pieces of course work we (me and teacher) decieded to take a gamble and go for the higher paper. This meant that to
get a C was a lower percentage (45% IIRC) but the paper was alot harder. Anything less than 45% was a straight F.
Long story short, if I went to a technical grammer school yet still had a higher and lower paper then I guess the step up could be quite a bit but
progressive.
Maybe get level 1 out the way and see if they still have the thirst for more punishment. If they do then support them to level 2.
Regarding adult learning. Its amazingly hard. I studied Electrical Engineering HNC part time while working full time 3 years after finishing A levels.
That was hard enough and my brain was \ is young. Now 5 years down the line from that I am considering doing a degree in Engineering with Open
University. Its well known that the older you are the harder it is to learn new skills.
If the person does well it may build their confidence up to do more. Life is long regardless of your age. 5 years hard work can make a big difference
to the rest of your long life.
regards,
Wayne.
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mistergrumpy
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| posted on 9/1/12 at 08:32 PM |
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Cheers fellas, thanks for the replies.
Bi22le, regards the OU engineering degree. I tried the Mechanical one back in 2002-2003 and although it wasn't what I expected and I
didn't really like the packaging and marketing things I thoroughly enjoyed it. Unfortunately I struggled like mad and it was taking up more time
than I had but you'll love it.
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