Candidates' Weakness
The Chief Examiner reported that candidates showed poor skill in the following areas:
- Wrong use of application packages in performing task;
- Poor practical skills in Microsoft Access application;
- Inability to state the steps followed in performing a task;
- Inability to create graphs in Microsoft Excel;
- Non-adherence to rubrics.
- SUGGESTED REMEDIES
Based on the observed weaknesses, the Chief Examiners recommended the following remedies:
- Teachers should ensure that there are sufficient practical classes before the examination;
- Candidates were encouraged to practice well before the examination;
- Candidates should study the features and use of all application software listed in the curriculum;
- Students should always read instructions carefully before attempting questions in examinations.
- More hands-on should be done using CorelDraw application.