ADVANCED MATHEMATICS – Past Papers – FORM SIX
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Past Papers
“Exams have an important role in the process of learning and in the whole educational
institution.”
Exams and tests are a great way to assess what the students have learned with
regards to particular subjects. Exams will show what part of the lesson each
student seems to have taken the most interest in and has remembered.
With every pupil being so individual, exams are also a great way for teachers
to find out more about the students themselves. The test environment comes with
added stress, which allows teachers to work out how their students argue and
how they think individually by their works, which is a great attribute for them
to keep in mind for future class activities.
Strengths and weaknesses can also be assessed through exams. The teachers will
be able to understand where more attention in class may be needed when teaching
the particular subject. A pattern of weaknesses may be apparent when marking
the works. This is where mock tests are a great technique to use when teaching
before the formal examinations. This will give students and teachers the
opportunity to understand where their weaknesses may be, in time for the
preparation of the formal exam. This will give them all the chance to ensure
that they are able to achieve the best of their abilities in class, thus
helping them in the future.