Scrapping Regular Assessments Could Increase Absenteeism, Education Expert Warns

Eliminating ongoing school assessments could lead to higher rates of student absenteeism and less attention to studying, according to Dr Tamer Shawky, a professor of educational psychology at Ain Shams University.

Shawky outlined the consequences of removing such assessments while retaining only monthly tests and end-of-term examinations.

His warning focused on the potential impact on students’ attendance and study habits, rather than on the remaining examinations themselves.

The remarks highlight concerns about relying solely on periodic exams, with Shawky linking the removal of regular assessments to weaker day-to-day engagement with schoolwork.