KNEC Denies 60% Question Duplication in National Exams
KNEC Denies 60% Question Duplication in National Exams. Moreover, in direct response to the claims put forth by the Zizi Afrique Foundation, KNEC CEO David Njeng’ere unequivocally refutes the allegations with unwavering conviction and a resolute demand for concrete evidence. Notably, he goes further to actively encourage and stress the paramount importance of researchers sharing their findings with the relevant authorities and the wider public to ensure transparency and accountability.
On the opposing side of the spectrum, Dr. Purity Ngina from Zizi Afrique Foundation steadfastly maintains that a substantial 60% of KCSE and KCPE questions experience an annual recurrence. To accentuate her standpoint, she astutely highlights the verbatim repetition of these questions, thus shedding light on the rather disconcerting state of affairs pertaining to the integrity of national examinations. These revelations underscore an urgent and pressing need for comprehensive reform.
In an intriguing twist of events, Citizen TV undertakes a comprehensive and illuminating interview with Dr. Ngina. Within the contours of this enlightening dialogue, she not only underscores the inherent benefits of investing in the meticulous analysis of examination questions but also delves deep into how such an approach can substantially enhance students’ performance and, by extension, uplift the standard of education. Moreover, Dr. Ngina shares the revelation that her findings were not confined to the boundaries of her own research. They were, in fact, presented at a conference that witnessed the attendance of delegates from a wide spectrum of African assessment organizations. This underscores the critical and far-reaching nature of the issue at hand.
Unraveling the Debate Over Examination Integrity
Furthermore, it’s not solely the verbatim repetition of questions that raises concern but also the rigid maintenance of the identical sequence of questions year after year. This glaring lack of innovation in the realm of exam administration and question-setting underscores the compelling need for a fresh, forward-looking approach.
Shifting our focus to the present examination season, it becomes evident that form four candidates have already embarked on their 2023 KCSE examinations. With a staggering number exceeding 903,000 candidates enrolled, this examination phase represents a crucial assessment of the state of our education system. The examination period kicks off with practical examinations, incorporating oral assessments for various languages and specialized practicals, spotlighting the practical skills and knowledge of our future workforce.
On the broader canvas of national examinations, the KCPE and KPSEA exams loom large. Over 1.4 million candidates are now preparing to partake in these momentous evaluations, signifying a pivotal juncture in the educational landscape as they herald the conclusion of the time-honored 8-4-4 system. As a pivotal step, a rehearsal for these exams is slotted for Friday, October 27, followed by the commencement of the actual examinations from October 30 to November 1 in primary schools. This event carries historical significance, ushering in a new era in Kenya’s educational trajectory.