Paper Prevails: UK Exams Stick to Tradition Despite Digital Dilemmas
Ofqual says most students in England will stick to paper-based exams for now, as screen-based assessments could bring more tech trouble than it’s worth. While digital assessments are allowed for certain subjects, students won’t be typing their way through GCSEs anytime soon. It’s a cautious blend of tradition and technology—cheers to pen pals!
Hot Take:
Ofqual seems to be taking a cautious approach to digital exams, possibly driven by the fear of students turning into tech-savvy hackers overnight. In a world where AI can write essays, maybe the pen is mightier than the pixel after all!
Key Points:
- Pen and paper remain the mainstay for GCSE and A-level exams in England.
- Ofqual’s cautious approach limits on-screen assessments to two subjects per exam board.
- Screen-based exams must differ significantly from their paper counterparts.
- Digital assessments continue for computer science, geology, and food preparation.
- Universities embrace digital exams, but remote invigilation is sparse and suspect.
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