The Latest BECE Chief Examiner’s report for Integrated Science for 2023 Candidates is a must-read for candidates and teachers. It provides clear explanations of the weaknesses, and strengths of candidates and also provides useful recommendations for candidates.
All candidates who want to pass the Integrated Science paper should pay close attention to the issues raised in this.
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Before we head into the issues, take a look at ten things BECE candidates must do in the exam hall to pass their Integrated Science paper.
- Read and understand each question carefully before attempting to answer.
- Manage your time effectively and allocate sufficient time to each section or question.
- Plan your answers by outlining key points or ideas before writing them down.
- Use appropriate scientific terms and concepts to demonstrate your understanding.
- Provide clear and concise explanations, supporting them with relevant examples or diagrams when necessary.
- Pay attention to the units and labels in calculations or graphs.
- Use proper formatting and organization in your written responses.
- Check your work for errors, such as calculation mistakes or incorrect units, before moving on to the next question.
- Review your answers and make any necessary corrections or improvements before submitting your paper.
- Remain calm and focused throughout the exam, avoiding unnecessary stress or distractions.
The latest BECE Chief Examiner’s report for Integrated Science for 2023 Candidates per the 2021 examination year is as follows.
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SUMMARY OF CANDIDATES’ STRENGTHS
(1) Candidates were able to identify the different types of soil
(2) They were able to define mixed farming
(3) Definition of pollination was well done
(4) Calculation questions were well answered
(5) Most candidates were able to identify some laboratory apparatus
(6) Questions were answered with limited ambiguities
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SUMMARY OF CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES
(1) Some candidates could not state the correct scientific units
(2) Could not use the appropriate scientific formulae and expressions
(3) Most candidates could not distinguish between experimental observation and conclusion
(4) Most candidates did not understand the formation of the eclipse as they were unable to explain the concept
(5) Inadequate knowledge of agricultural concepts
(6) Most candidates were unable to interpret practical questions, especially observations, and conclusion
(7) Most candidates could not distinguish between the terms, explain, what is, state Etc. This resulted in misinterpretation.
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SUGGESTED REMEDIES
All candidates, teachers, and schools must pay close attention to the above issues raised as well as the following recommendations
(1) Teachers must take time to teach candidates the difference between the terms, explain, what is, state, etc. and their demand when used to construct a question
(2) Teachers should take students through practical questions involving basic scientific terms and conventions
(3) Teachers should be encouraged to give students practical exercises and guide students to interpret, observe and draw correct conclusions
(4) Students should be given assignments involving appropriate formulae, calculations, scientific expressions, and basic standard units
(5) Teachers should try to cover greater part of the syllabus with their students
(6) Students should be encouraged to read more story books to improve their expressions and also help them use words appropriately
(7) Candidates are advised to read through examination questions carefully and understand them before attempting to answer
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