Draft:Seen examination

Seen examinations

Is a type of assessment method are where questions are given out at a pre-specified date beforehand. The advantage is that students focus on preparation for the answer rather than second-guessing what questions will be set. Anxiety is reduced and standards are likely to rise because students can use it as a learning experience. However, plagiarism can be an issue.

Benefits of Seen Examinations

Reduced Anxiety and Improved Preparation

Seen examinations are designed to reduce student anxiety by allowing more thorough preparation. A study by Joseph K. Wireko (2015) at Ghana Technology University College found that students felt more confident and less stressed when preparing for seen exams compared to traditional unseen exams. This reduction in anxiety led to better performance and a more positive learning experience (Wireko, 2015).