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Questions raised over AI marking as NCEA exams kick off

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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 6:14am
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Questions remain over whether AI marking of school writing exams can capture individual flair and personality. 

An independent review's found NZQA's AI system scored literacy writing assessments exactly the same as humans in 79% of cases. 

It's considered fit for continued use. 

Andy England —the Principal of Canterbury’s Darfield High School— told Ryan Bridge he has concerns, but he understands the tool is trained to recognise individuality. 

He says creativity is uniquely human, so people must remain involved in moderating and improving the system. 

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