Public school exams: Ban on 5 electronic devices in halls

IPADS, MACBOOKS, HEADPHONES, SMART WATCHES AND PHONES PROHIBITED

- BY ABDULLA RASHEED

As final exams for the third academic term began yesterday, public schools across the UAE issued strict guidelines on the use of electronic devices.

All students, regardless of gender, are strictly prohibited from bringing or using five electronic devices during the exam period. These are tablets such as iPads), MacBooks, all types of headphones and earbuds, smartwatches and phones.

School administrations consider these devices potential sources of cheating or distraction. Only official ministry-issued devices are allowed during the exams. Students must adhere to the following rules when using these devices:

■ The official exam platform Asas must be installed.

■ No social media apps or VPN software may be downloaded.

■ Devices should be charged before arriving at school.