Smartglasses and earpieces may worsen exam cheating in schools, says Ofqual
England's exam regulator, Ofqual, is concerned that new wearable technology like smartglasses and invisible earpieces could significantly increase exam cheating. Ian Bauckham, head of Ofqual, noted that while smartphones are already a problem, these advanced devices present even greater challenges to maintaining the integrity of qualifications. The watchdog is also scrutinizing the use of AI in student coursework, as teachers report increasing difficulty in detecting AI-generated content. AI
IMPACT Regulators are grappling with how to ensure academic integrity as AI tools become more sophisticated and accessible to students.