We do lots of paper exams with a pc, the reason – so they can use the spell check. If C&G included this we could return to more Evolve tests.

 

 

 

Hi Ros

 

Wow a paper based test that’s done on a PC that’s almost like an online test isn’t it.  Why haven’t C&G already invented that? oh wait they did !

 

We do a very small number in that way so hard to arrange on a mass basis.  No discernible improvement in success rates though

 

Rachael

 

 

 

Hi All

 

Just been told that our English department wish to do all FS English tests using a paper test and a word-processor – we use City & Guilds and currently use evolve tests. 

 

The thinking behind this is that at least the candidates will get marks for spelling and grammar (assuming they recognise what their errors are, presumably – oh, and correct them, correctly).  I am pushing for a pilot group to do some tests before we throw the baby out with the bath water but wondered whether any of your colleges have adopted this approach and seen any significant improvement in results?

 

Any information, thoughts or ideas (other than resignation) gratefully received as always.

 

Ros Stapleton

Achievement & Exams Officer

College of West Anglia

01553 815370 ext 2370

www.cwa.ac.uk

 

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