EXAMINATION MALPRACTICES, CAUSES, EFFECTS AND SOLUTIONS

Abstract

The whole mark of teaching/instruction in the classroom is examination, where the expected behavioral change is to be displayed through writing and passing examination. Writing and passing examination in Nigeria is becoming a do or die affair to some families who can go to any extent to ensure success of their children. Thus the concern for tertiary levels of Education, responsible parents, Governments, Agencies concerned with Education. The main factor that make some parents, guardians and students to see that their children pass examination at all cost is the strong emphasis given to Certification in the Nigerian National life. This is prompting reason for hustling by all to succeed in life