Secondary principals have expressed support for the government’s decision to extend an alternative pathway to meet NCEA literacy and numeracy standards until the end of 2027. This allows students to achieve the required standards by completing specific achievement standards instead of online tests, which many find challenging. The extension is crucial as many students enter secondary school below the expected literacy and numeracy levels. Vaughan Couillault, president of the Secondary Principals’ Association, noted that the online tests have created more problems than they solved. The alternative standards, while demanding in terms of time commitment, are not considered an easier option but rather a more appropriate one for students who struggle with traditional exam formats.
Government Extends Alternative to Tough Literacy and Numeracy Tests
Updated on September 19, 2024