Ministry of Education faces criticism over exam digitalization failures

The Ministry of Education, Science and Innovation (MECI) is facing criticism following significant disruptions during the first phase of secondary school examinations. The issues are attributed to rushed decisions regarding the digitalization of exams without adequate preparation or timely testing of the classification platforms.

Critics point to a lack of transparency in the decision-making process and failures in public communication. While the ministry initiated inquiries into schools that delayed submitting exams, concerns have been raised regarding systemic oversight, including the calculation of time required for exams and the reliability of the digital transition. Additionally, the involvement of external consultant Deloitte has been questioned, as the solutions provided were perceived as overly simplistic, impacting the perceived credibility of the student evaluation system.