WHAT CS KAIMENYI NEEDS FOR KNEC- CBT(COMPUTER-BASED TESTING) ... {Opinion}

It is inevitable that Kenya adopts CBT regarding the latest menace, as part of getting a lasting solution. Computer-based testing is a simple and better way to offer the KCSE test. It allows testing centers to offer a more consistent test delivery, faster scoring and reporting, and enhanced test security.

The Facts

• Testing is done in person, on a computer, at an approved testing center
• Testing is not online
• Similar to paper testing centers, computer-based testing centers are reviewed and approved to ensure test-takers receive the best, fairest experience possible for their test
• Training for jurisdiction and test center administrators is included in set up of a new testing center
• Testing centers can use desktop computers or laptop computers, as long as minimum requirements are met
• Only 2 computers are required to become a testing center
• Computer-based testing is the standard for many other test delivery programs. And as technology continues to advance, it is also becoming the standard format for most of the key K-12 assessment programs.

among other points here are some of the Advantages to the Candidate

• Testing centers conveniently located around the world 
• Top-of-the line security measures:
• Extensive encryption
• No outside materials allowed inside testing rooms
• Strict candidate identification standards  
• A comfortable and consistent testing environment in all examination centers
• Images on the computer screen provide maximum readability 
• Answers are recorded directly into the computer, therefore eliminating possible transcription errors from scanning format answer sheets

Kenyans are so innovative and with the digital era, i think we can not go the analogue way for years. i rest my case
Orina Ontiri
is a broadcast journalist at AGR