www.gov.uk UK Exam Cheating Threat from Smart Devices Escalates
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- •Ofqual reported 2,225 malpractice cases linked to smart devices in 2025 exams.
- •Smart glasses and hidden earpieces present new challenges for exam invigilators.
- •Ofqual is considering stricter measures to ensure coursework authenticity amid AI advancements.
Ofqual's chief regulator, Sir Ian Bauckham, warned that high-tech devices like smart glasses and hidden earpieces are facilitating a new wave of cheating in exams. With over 1.3 million students taking exams, the use of these devices has led to 2,225 malpractice cases in the summer 2025 exam series, accounting for 44.3% of all student malpractice. The challenge lies in detecting these devices, which are harder to spot than traditional mobile phones. Ofqual is exploring measures to ensure the authenticity of coursework in the age of AI, as AI-generated submissions become increasingly indistinguishable from student work. The podcast series launched by Ofqual aims to address these issues and discuss the future of education and assessment.
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