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CXC records more than 35 000 no-shows across CAPE, CSEC exams
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CXC records more than 35 000 no-shows across CAPE, CSEC exams

From Barbados Today · () English

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  • The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) reported over 35,000 student absences from CAPE and CSEC exams this year.
  • CXC also identified its first instances of artificial intelligence misuse during assessments.
  • These issues present significant challenges for the integrity and administration of regional examinations.

The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is grappling with a substantial number of student no-shows, with more than 35,000 candidates failing to appear for this year's Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) and Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) exams. This figure represents a significant challenge for the regional examination body.

Adding to its concerns, CXC has reported the first confirmed cases of artificial intelligence being misused during its assessments. This development raises new questions about exam integrity and the methods students might employ to gain unfair advantages.

These dual challenges, widespread absenteeism and the emergence of AI misuse, underscore the complex environment in which CXC operates. The council must now address both the logistical and ethical implications of these issues to ensure the fairness and validity of its examinations across the region.

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