Written examinations are a fact of life for most high school and university
students. However, recent studies have shown that this traditional form of
assessment may not be an accurate indicator of academic performance. Tests
have shown that many students experience anxiety during exam weeks, which
leads to poorer results. As a result, some learning institutions are replacing
exams with alternative assessments such as group work and oral presentations.
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Written examinations are a fact of life for most high school and university students. However, recent studies have shown that this traditional form of assessment may not be an accurate indicator of academic performance. Tests have shown that many students experience anxiety during exam weeks, which leads to poorer results. As a result, some learning institutions are replacing exams with alternative assessments such as group work and oral presentations.