In fact, the government should revise the calendar to extend the term dates further. Additionally, the school day will be extended — meaning learners will stay longer in class to cover the syllabus. Specifically, Standard Eight exams, which are scheduled for late October, should be pushed to mid November. ONLINE CLASSESThe reason we suggest the pushing of the national exams date is to create more time for learners, particularly candidates, to prepare adequately. Instead of teaching for long hours a day, which is counterproductive as it easily leads to mental saturation, the term dates should be extended up to December.

Source: Daily Nation May 06, 2020 17:26 UTC