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NSW Board of Studies Guidelines for Accelerated Progression

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The NSW Board of Studies published its 51 page "Guidelines for Accelerated Progression" in 2000, discussing the topics of Giftedness and Talent, Flexible Progression and Accelerated Progression and then particularly the Board of Studies policies on acceleration in the context of the Board’s responsibilities in curriculum development and accreditation of students for the secondary credentials. "The Board of Studies Guidelines for Accelerated Progression were first issued in July 1991 and were revised in 1993 and 1997. The
2000 revision reflects further research in the field, updates the bibliography and embraces Board of Studies policy changes associated with reforms to the School Certificate and the Higher School Certificate.

The implementation of flexible progression, including accelerated progression, is a matter for individual schools and school systems.

Board policies relating to accelerated progression focus on such issues as demonstrating the achievement of Board syllabus outcomes and
meeting the requirements of the secondary credentials. Decisions about acceleration of students seeking these credentials will be made
by principals within Board guidelines.

Schools do not need to inform the Board of accelerating students except when the proposed advancement is to be two or more cohort
Years ahead of the student’s present cohort and is likely to lead to early entry for the secondary credentials."

Read the full guidelines.

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