Some geography teachers have been criticising the Scottish Qualifications Authority over this year's Higher exam. A survey sent by the Scottish Association of Geography Teachers found that more than ...

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THE future of geography in Scottish schools is under threat because of a potential shortage of specialist teachers, it was claimed yesterday. All of Scotland's 129 MSPs have been contacted by ...

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Geography teachers are claiming problems with courses could damage the subject. In a submission to MSPs, their association claims that many thought this year's Higher exam was the worst ever.