KNEC News today.Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has taken significant steps to combat exam cheating in the current year’s national examinations.
In a proactive move, he disclosed these measures, which are designed to ensure the integrity of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) exams.
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The focus of these changes is to create a more secure examination environment and minimize opportunities for dishonest practices.
One of the central changes he announced is the separation of morning and afternoon exam papers at examination centers.
Center managers are now tasked with ensuring that the morning and afternoon papers are stored separately. This move aims to prevent the premature exposure and leakage of sensitive examination materials.
By ensuring that these papers are securely separated, the authorities hope to maintain the confidentiality of the exam questions and answers until the appropriate time.
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Furthermore, additional steps have been taken to secure the distribution of exam papers. The number of containers and distribution centers has been increased, making it easier for exam center managers to access the test papers from the nearest locations possible.
This strategy will play a pivotal role in preventing any potential early exposure issues that had been a concern in the past.
In recognition of the vital role teachers play in the examination process, the Ministry of Education has increased the number of marking centers.
This adjustment aims to provide teachers with a more conducive and efficient environment for marking scripts.
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By expanding the number of marking centers, the ministry can better accommodate the needs of teachers involved in the examination process.
These alterations have been introduced shortly before the commencement of the national examinations, including the KCSE and KCPE.
In tandem with these changes, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has implemented a series of directives to further prevent exam cheating.
Smart watches, programmable calculators, and Bluetooth devices have been banned from examination rooms. Additionally, both teachers and students are prohibited from carrying handbags, briefcases, backpacks, and kiondos into the exam venues.
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In conclusion, the proactive approach by Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, combined with the measures put in place by KNEC, underscores a commitment to upholding the integrity of national examinations.
These strategies are designed to create a fair and secure environment, ensuring that students are evaluated based on their true abilities, without any unfair advantages or cheating.
These changes signal a positive step forward in the ongoing efforts to maintain the credibility of Kenya’s national examinations.
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