PERCEIVED EFFECT OF COMPUTER BASED ASSESSMENT FOR CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT IN A STATE UNIVERSITY

Abstract

Challenges of education are in diverse form. Nonetheless, there is relatively no challenge without solution(s). This paper examined the conditions of digital system in the implementation of the school curriculum. Specifically, it assessed method of implementing examination exercise in the university system of Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo. This is with the view to effectively improving the use of digital as a method of assessing the students/teachers theoretical learning outcomes. Population for the study was the whole of 200L and 100L students of Common Education of the university. Sample for the study comprised of twenty-five students (25) and five (5) examiners, using oral interview for data collection. The interview centres on: Students and Examiners Perceptions of Method of Assessing Common Education. Data collected were analysed with the use of thematic approach. Findings revealed that approximately 90% of the research participants were not pleased with the unfortunate scenario of digital malfunctioning. However, the examiners were of the opinion that it was just a matter of circumstance that needed patience and cooperation. It was concluded that although the majority of the students were disappointed and displeased with the ugly situation of the method of the continuous. However, the assessment took place, and all was well concluded. Recommendations were suggested thus; the institution representatives’ hands should be on deck for accurate preparation to for store future occurrence of similar event. Examiners with the ICT officials should work hand in hand for smooth digital examination success.