KCSE Exams 2023.The Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) has officially commenced, with students embarking on their practical exams.
This important national examination will run until November 24, culminating with Physics practicals.
A substantial 903,260 candidates have registered for this year’s KCSE, a testament to the significance of this educational milestone.
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Throughout this week, candidates will be tackling practical papers, a process set to conclude on Friday, October 27.
These practical exams encompass oral components for languages such as French, German, Arabic, Kenya Sign Language, and music.
Additionally, Home Science students will undertake their practical exams between October 30 and 31.
From November 1, candidates will face a diverse range of morning exams, including French (Listening Comprehension, dictation, and Creative Writing), Braille, German, Arabic, Large print, Kenyan Sign Language (Receptive Skills), and Music.
KCSE Exams 2023
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This year, nearly a million candidates will partake in the KCSE exams, while 1.4 million will engage in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) exams.
The rehearsal date for KCPE and KPSEA has been marked for Friday, October 27, followed by the commencement of exams on Monday, October 30, ending on Wednesday, November 1.
Notably, the 2023 KCPE examinations herald the conclusion of the 8-4-4 educational system in primary schools.
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The need to maintain the integrity of these exams is paramount. Allegations of exam malpractice were rampant during the 2022 KCSE exams, prompting an investigation by the National Assembly Education Committee.
The investigation unveiled various malpractices, including collusion to share answers, mobile phone use in exam rooms, impersonation, smuggling of unauthorized written material, leakage, and plagiarism.
Currently, the Kenya National Examinations Council (Knec) is working diligently to ensure that there are no instances of malpractice in the 2023 national exams.
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Despite the importance of rehearsals, some schools faced challenges last week due to the presence of other students in the exam centers.
As a result, certain schools have rescheduled their rehearsals for this week to ensure a smooth examination process.
In summary, the KCSE has kicked off, with candidates navigating their practical exams. This rigorous national examination will continue until November 24, culminating with Physics practicals, and maintaining the integrity of the examination process is a top priority.