Is the NCEA first level test structure too demanding?

College pupils seated for their NCEA English exam. Photo / Wairarapa Times-Age

Opinion

Teachers want to cut the number of tests in high school exams because they say the system is too demanding for students trying to get the first level.

The high school teachers union is recommending dropping the requirement for NCEA Level 1 from 80 credits to 60.

The NCEA has come under considerable criticism since it was introduced in 2002 - including allegations it was dumbing down the system - but that has quietened since a range of reforms were unveiled last year.

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