May 12, 2007
RFID Tags to keep track of students cheating
Exam papers are being 'tagged' with RFI to combat cheating in GCSEs and A-levels this summer, reports This is London via The Raw Feed.
"Micro-texting" technology will allow the board to identify photocopied exam papers. Genuine papers will be given tiny marks only visible under a magnifying glass.
... Under the system, bags of papers will be fitted with RFID tags. These will be scanned as the bags are despatched and again after delivery to schools to check whether papers are missing.
The tags should help identify any bags which have been tampered with."
Other ways to prevent cheating:
-- Phonebusters - Is a handheld device to fight the use of cell phones in classrooms . It works by detecting RF signals and alerts the operator when a mobile device is being used, it can then track the phone being operated. It also detects digital signals of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
-- Gadget nails texting cheats - UK schools are installing detection systems in classrooms to combat pupils’ pervasive use What's novel about this system, is that it does not block signals, which would be unlawful under the Wireless and Telegraphy Act, but detects mobile phone activity - and lets the students know, probably scaring them to death.
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