Common Social Problems - JSS1 Social studies Past Questions and Answers - page 2
What does a malpractice-friendly environment encourage?
Ethical behavior
Collaboration
Cheating
Why is strict monitoring in exam halls important?
Encourages malpractice
Discourages malpractice
It has no impact
How can society contribute to addressing malpractice?
Ignoring the issue
Promoting dishonesty
Fostering a culture of integrity
What does the erosion of the value of academic qualifications result from?
Increased credibility
Malpractice-free environment
Examination malpractice
What is a potential outcome of parental involvement in education?
Promoting malpractice
Emphasizing academic integrity
Encouraging dishonesty
What actions can be considered as examination malpractice?
Examination malpractice includes activities such as copying answers from others, bringing unauthorized materials into the exam hall, and any attempt to gain an unfair advantage in exams.
Why do students in Nigeria sometimes feel pressured to engage in malpractice?
High expectations and intense competition are common reasons why students in Nigeria may feel pressured to resort to malpractice as a shortcut to success.
In what ways can collusion between students and exam officials contribute to a malpractice-friendly environment?
Collusion between students and exam officials fosters an environment conducive to malpractice by compromising the fairness and integrity of the examination process.
How does examination malpractice impact academic standards in Nigeria?
Examination malpractice erodes the credibility of the education system, leading to a decline in academic standards and diminishing the value of academic qualifications.
What alternative solutions, besides penalties, could be effective in addressing examination malpractice?
Besides penalties, promoting a culture of academic integrity through awareness campaigns, innovative assessment methods, and parental involvement can be effective solutions.