Redefining student assessment

From DR MUHAMMAD NOOR ABDUL AZIZ and ASSOC PROF DR ASPALILA SHAPII, School of Education, Universiti Utara Malaysia. Read full story

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STANDARDISED exams have long been a key part of assessing students, but relying on them completely can be harmful. These tests often focus too much on memorisation and do not encourage critical thinking or creativity. They can also create stress, leading to anxiety that affects performance.

Moreover, standardised tests do not consider different learning styles, putting some students at a disadvantage..