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incompetence. The SAR/EAS informed the SEC that markers, in particular the new ones,
were encouraged to make use of the video tutorials posted online and also to practice using
the tool which had been made available in simulation mode.

54. Dr Ali enquired of the validation processes the CXC had in place to ensure that there
were ethical and integrity standards present in the system so that markers who are
practicing teachers were operating within ethical guidelines. The SEC was informed that
there were checks and balances built into the moderation process to ensure authenticity.
However, the CXC does not believe that students will ever stop receiving “help” from teachers
to complete their SBAs. The Registrar informed the SEC that fraudulent practices involving
teachers should be dealt with in the schools. However, if it comes to the attention of the CXC,
the organization will take action as outlined in its regulations.

55. Mr Clare Brown, Antigua and Barbuda representative enquired of the rationale for
one group mark for group work on the SBA. The Registrar informed the SEC that in
collaborating to produce a superior product, the different parts which make up the whole
must be recognized and rewarded equally.

56. Mrs Alicia Jean-Jacques, Dominica representative pointed out a conflict in what the
CXC has described as the new SBA policy and what was being communicated to stakeholders.
The Registrar apologized for the confusion and promised to launch an investigation.

ITEM 8: SUMMARY REPORT OF CXC NATIONAL COMMITTEES

57. It was reported that National Committee reports were received from ten (10)
territories. The SEC noted issues and concerns expressed with regard to the CXC Associate
Degree (CXC-AD®), e-testing, the CCSLC® and Notesmaster. The SEC also noted
recommendations made. The Pro-Registrar thanked those territories which submitted
reports and encouraged others to forward their reports so that their concerns could also be
considered for inclusion in the organization’s work programme.

ITEM 9 : REPORT ON THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE CPEA, THE CCSLC,
CSEC, THE CAPE AND THE CVQ 2016 EXAMINATIONS,
THE PERFORMANCE OF CANDIDATES AND RELATED MATTERS

58. SEC noted items 9 and 10.

59. Dr McLean referred to the revenue figures presented for the CXC’s products and
highlighted that none was shared for the CVQ®. She enquired of the reason and the current
approach used for the costing of the CVQ®. Dr McLean also pointed out that the script
review percentages appear higher than normal, in particular for the CSEC® for both January
and May-June sittings. She further referenced a section of the report which speaks to
examination results, in particular the challenges regarding the stapling of papers which
affected the issuing of results. Dr McLean opined that there seemed to be a need to review

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