All exams in Wales are to be scrapped next year

The class of 2020 faces new challenges as exams in Wales are replaced by classroom assessments. This change raises concerns for Year 13 students applying to universities, as they may be treated differently compared to students in other UK nations. Each UK nation has adopted different exam plans, with Wales opting for teacher assessments, while England and Northern Ireland delay exams, and Scotland replaces some exams with coursework. The changes have been criticized, but the Education Minister defends them, stating they are not exams by stealth. The aim is to reduce teacher workload and maintain learning during COVID-19 disruptions.

What is the primary method of assessment for the class of 2020 in Wales?

• Oral presentations

• Online tests

• Classroom assessments

• Standardized exams

What is a major concern for students applying to universities in Wales?

• Limited access to online resources

• Lack of preparation for exams

• Uncertainty about how universities will evaluate their assessments

• Increased competition from international students

How are exams in Scotland different from those in Wales?

• Scotland uses only online assessments

• Scotland replaced some exams with coursework and assessments

• Scotland has cancelled all exams

• Scotland postponed exams by three weeks

What is the main reason for setting and marking assessments externally in Wales?

• To align with international standards

• To increase the difficulty of assessments

• To reduce the workload on teachers

• To ensure fairness across all schools

What is a criticism of the new assessment system in Wales?

• It is too lenient compared to exams

• It is essentially exams in disguise

• It is only applicable to certain regions

• It does not cover all subjects