Why Tony Blair Wants To Get Rid of Exams

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on UK education, focusing on GCSE and A-level exams. It highlights issues like grade inflation and the high-stakes nature of exams, which affect university admissions. The video explores potential reforms, including continuous assessment, as proposed by the Tony Blair Institute, and examines the pros and cons of such changes.

What is the main reason the UK government wants to reduce grade inflation?

• To increase the number of students attending university

• To reduce the number of exams

• To normalize university applications

• To make exams easier for students

What are the two main sets of exams in the UK education system?

• T-levels and B-techs

• IB and AP exams

• SATs and ACTs

• GCSEs and A-levels

Why is the UK's exam system considered high stakes?

• Due to the competitive nature of UK universities

• Because exams are held only once a year

• Because students can retake exams multiple times

• Due to the lack of continuous assessment

What was one effect of the pandemic on A-level grades?

• Exams were canceled entirely

• A and A* grades nearly doubled

• Grades were determined by an algorithm

• Grades were based on student attendance

What is one proposed reform to the UK education system?

• Reducing the number of subjects

• Increasing the number of exams

• Introducing continuous assessment

• Eliminating exams altogether

What is a potential drawback of continuous assessment?

• It reduces stress for students

• It is more accurate than exams

• It can introduce teacher biases

• It is less time-consuming

What is the main reason behind the shift to continuous assessment?

• To reduce stress and be fairer to students

• To make exams more difficult

• To increase the number of exams

• To eliminate teacher involvement