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Old 03-24-2009, 01:16 PM   #1 (permalink)
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There has been a sharp rise in the number of pupils being given extra marks due to "special considerations" on the day of their GCSEs or A-levels.
Figures from England's exams watchdog show 329,119 requests were approved in 2008, compared to 255,200 in 2005.
Special consideration can cover issues such as bereavement, but also headaches, stress or hay fever.
There was also a doubling in the number of pupils being awarded extra time for exams because of other special needs.
The figures from Ofqual detail how many candidates have been given special consideration in their final marks to reflect "temporary injury, illness, indisposition or other unforeseen incident immediately before or during the exams period".

BBC NEWS | Education | Extra marks for exam day 'stress'

Why dont we just save the poor little mites the bother of taking an exam and just give them all A Grades

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Old 03-24-2009, 07:01 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Extra marks for exam day 'stress'

Part of Obamas budget plans include pay for teachers based on performance. I believe hes serious about advancing our educational system. The ones griping dont seem to understand the importance of giving students the opportunity to compete. We pay now but the rewards pay later. Having two young girls Im sure helps drive his determination.

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