Confessions of an examiner

By Kristy Turner2023-10-06T08:30:00

A cartoon of a woman who has closed her lapto on marking exams. She is smiling and relaxed.

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Exam marking veteran Kristy Turner shares the joys and challenges of it all – and why it matters

A skilled chemistry teacher and exam assessor (GCSE and A-level chemistry) shares her experience of exam marking and why it’s important, despite long hours and (often) poor pay. Discover how the process has changed from physical marking to electronic systems, tried-and-tested tricks you can apply and what knowledge you can gain from it all.

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