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In South Korea, a group of prospective students took the university entrance test (Suneung). Because the exam ended 90 seconds early, according to the BBC, the students are now suing the government – and could be successful.
To study in South Korea, you must pass the Suneung with flying colors. This test lasts eight hours and is one of the toughest exams in the world. The test relates to teaching material from the past three school years. Those who do not do so run the risk of not getting a place at university and being excluded from the market for higher-skilled jobs.
The government’s efforts to ensure that students have the best conditions on exam day are enormous. The airspace will be closed during the test. Students who arrive late will be escorted to the exam locations by the police.
Mistakes admitted
During this year’s exam in November in the capital Seoul, a serious mistake was made: the bell at a school rang 90 seconds too early. Although some students resisted, their documents were taken away after the gong sounded.
Before the next test started, the teachers had recognized the mistake. During the lunch break, the students were given another 90 seconds. However, they were only allowed to answer unanswered questions. It was no longer possible to change the answers already submitted.
According to the report, the fact that the first exam ended too early was so bad for some students that they gave up and went home or could no longer concentrate. That is why numerous examiners are now filing a class action lawsuit, seeking the equivalent of R13,200 per person in damages. This can cover the costs for one school year so that the exam can be repeated the following year.
Not the first time
According to the public broadcaster KBS, an invigilator read the exam time incorrectly. The education authority has apologized and the process is still ongoing.
Compensation has already been paid after similar lawsuits in the past. In April this year, students received a total of 7 million won (4,600 francs) following a court ruling for finishing the 2021 exam two minutes early at one location. (jwg)
Source: Blick
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