Marking schemes

A marking scheme is a guide used by educators to determine how marks are awarded for different parts of an exam or assignment. It clearly outlines the correct answers, the criteria for awarding points, and the specific marks allocated to each section or question. This helps ensure consistent and fair grading, so students are evaluated based on their demonstration of knowledge and skills as specified in the criteria. Essentially, it serves as a blueprint that explains what’s expected and how those expectations translate into scores.