Disadvantaged students face ‘unfair bias’ over predicted grades

Relying on students’ predicted grades during the coronavirus crisis could be unfairly “predicting futures” of some pupils, a report has warned.

The Equality Act Review concluded the teacher assessment system – in place of cancelled exams – could negatively impact black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) pupils and those from more disadvantaged backgrounds.

The report authors say predicted grades risk possible “bias by teachers” and do not consider the “material disadvantages” of pupils from poorer backgrounds.Relying on students’ predicted grades during the coronavirus crisis could be unfairly “predicting futures” of some pupils, a report has warned.

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