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Braes High School - Virtual Course Choice and Careers Platform
built BY
Digitize Pathways in partnership with Tablet academy Scotland and Co.Lab Hub
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CONTEXT / BACKGROUND
For some years now Braes High School has been running a very successful Careers Event. Due to the circumstances of the past few years, the format of this event had to be adapted from our traditional event. Ordinarily this event is informal with small groups of young people being encouraged to speak to as many people as possible from a wide range of employment areas to find out more about different jobs.
We have run this alongside a Course Choice Event, where pupils are able to learn about the variety of courses on offer, prior to making their selection for the following year.
WHAT WE DID
Given that this was not possible we sought a different support from our staff and partners. We requested information by ways of a promotional video or short video about their courses and their industry. This was pulled together to create our online platform, which is now a live support for all year round. This is continually updated and new courses are added when necessary.
HOW WE DID IT
Using ThingLink as the platform, we were able to pull together all the support offered and created this online resource for parents/carers/staff/partners but most importantly our pupils.
IMPACT / OUTCOMES
As this is a live online platform, we no longer rely on attendance at an event, which in itself can create barriers for some families looking to learn the best route for each young person. This resource is accessible for all and is used across our curriculum.
Links
https://bit.ly/braescci
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LA
Falkirk
Where?
Braes High School, Newlands Road, Brightons, Falkirk, UK
CONTACT PERSON
Laura Eckles
CONTACT EMAIL
laura.eckles@falkirk.gov.uk
