Unfair Education System: Exam Results Don't Reflect Efforts

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The forum discussion centers on the perceived unfairness of the education system, particularly regarding exam results that do not accurately reflect students' efforts. A civil engineering student expressed frustration after achieving only a 70% score despite extensive preparation, while peers who crammed last-minute scored higher. The conversation highlights the disparity between genuine understanding of material and the ability to pass exams, emphasizing that grades may not truly represent a student's knowledge or future job performance.

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  • Understanding of civil engineering concepts, particularly related to PH Waste.
  • Familiarity with effective study techniques, including mind mapping and reviewing past exam papers.
  • Knowledge of the impact of educational assessments on career opportunities.
  • Awareness of the differences between rote learning and comprehensive understanding of subjects.
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  • Research effective study strategies for engineering exams, focusing on balancing content coverage and exam preparation.
  • Explore the implications of grading systems on student learning and job readiness.
  • Investigate the role of past exam papers in preparing for future assessments.
  • Learn about educational reforms aimed at improving assessment fairness and accuracy in reflecting student knowledge.
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This discussion is beneficial for civil engineering students, educators, and academic administrators interested in understanding the challenges of exam preparation and the implications of grading on student success and employability.

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coverme said:
Here those who have brought higher grades in their exam have declined OP, and the average graders have either became neutral or favoured OP
The world is just like this we often favour the people which are alike us

Sorry how do you know our grades? My grades are average on the basis that is what they come out as. I get B's in some and A's in others with one or two C's. That is a fairly average set coming to an overall B. However in terms of each subject most are pretty good.

I don't see anyone here posting their grades or much about them. Do not make such a statement.
 
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coverme said:
Albert Eeinstine told, Creaativity is important than Knowledge.
I'm guessing Einstein wasn't preparing for an undergraduate exam when he said that ...
 
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I think we also have to think about the test (Is it of quality) . In my country the exam are cannot determine the skill, it determine the KNowledge only,I think if I could provide the model question(In micrrosoft document)if that is allowed
I am in Grade 12
 

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