"The proposed legislation represents a concession aimed at resolving disagreements"
In Baden-Württemberg, there's a growing movement to extend the high school duration from 8 to 9 years, known as the G9 initiative. This change, which would start in autumn, is gaining political support from both ruling factions, although discussions have been held secretly.
The G9 model aims to provide students with more time for learning and less pressure to complete their Abitur (university entrance qualification). Teacher associations and some stakeholders, such as the Handwerk BW (crafts sector), support this initiative. They believe that a more extended period will allow for a comprehensive education, including stronger career orientation.
The "Initiative G9 Now!" is leading the charge for this change. While specific details about their proposed improvements are not widely available, there's a general focus on a better curricular design, enhanced career orientation, and support measures to ensure the G9 reform benefits students.
A popular petition, spearheaded by the "Initiative G9 Now!", aims to enable ongoing G8 classes to switch to the G9 variant. As of now, the petition has collected around a third of the required signatures. The organizers are optimistic about reaching their goal, but there has been a decrease in signatures in the last two weeks.
One of the key arguments in favour of the G9 model is that it offers more opportunities for learning, particularly in larger schools. However, it's important to note that vocational high schools alone will not be able to manage the implementation of the G9 model.
Despite some initial concerns about costs, the initiative claims that their demands cost zero euros. The new bill from the initiative is a compromise offer, sacrificing some students who still want G9 for practical implementation at individual schools where there is demand. In schools where there is demand for G9, it's reported that 100% of students are in favour of it.
The organizers plan to collect signatures at "free spaces" or bottlenecks for the final push. As the initiative continues, it's expected that fewer students in higher classes will want to switch to G9, but the support for the G9 model remains strong.
References: [2] Search results indicate a call for stronger career orientation in the G9 curriculum reform in Baden-Württemberg, with stakeholders like the Handwerk BW emphasizing its importance. They advocate for increased involvement of skilled trades and professional sectors in education to better support students.
- The "Initiative G9 Now!" is advocating for an economic and social policy change by pushing for the implementation of the G9 model in Baden-Württemberg's education system, believing it will provide a more comprehensive education-and-self-development and stronger career orientation.
- The debate over the G9 initiative's political implications is ongoing, with discussions centering around the costs and benefits, general-news reports suggesting that the initiative could potentially alter the existing 8-year high school system considerably.
