public examinations communication & support system (pecss) april 2009
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PPublic ublic EExaminationsxaminationsCCommunication & ommunication & SSupport upport SSystemystem
(PECSS) (PECSS)
April 2009April 2009
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What is PECSS?What is PECSS?
A user-friendly system involving the use of webcams and an instant messaging programme connected to the Authority’s Command Centre via internet
School Hall
Internet Internet
HKEAA Command Centre
Broadband Link
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What is PECSS?What is PECSS?Webcam – Instant communication between CS & HKEAA
Notebook computer
Headphone
Webcam – Record the exam proceedings in the school hall
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Why do we need it?Why do we need it?
enhanced communication with Centre Supervisorssupport for exam centres to minimize possible impacts on candidates during emergency situations
It facilitates the smooth conduct of public exams through
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How does it work?How does it work?
HKEAAprovides necessary equipment for setting up the system
Centre Schoolsprovide broadband link in school hallsSchool IT technicians help to set-up / dismantle the equipment and provide technical support to Centre Supervisors
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Instant communication between exam centres and the HKEAA Support/advice to Centre Supervisors in handling exam irregularitiesSimultaneous dissemination of urgent messages to all exam centres in case of contingenciesRecording of exam proceedings for future reference
How does it work?How does it work?
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Major Functions Major Functions
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Pilot Run in 2009 HKCEE & HKALEPilot Run in 2009 HKCEE & HKALE
PECSS will be piloted in the following CE and AL exams at 100 school halls:
Exam Date CE Subject AL / AS Subject
20 April 2009 Physics AL Chinese Literature
21 April 2009 Geography AL /AS Chemistry
22 April 2009 --- AL /AS Chinese History
23 April 2009 Computer & Information Technology
AL /AS Physics
24 April 2009 Chinese Language 1 & 2
AL /AS Psychology
25 April 2009 Chinese Language 3 & 5
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27 April 2009 Mathematics AL Principles of Accounts
28 April 2009 History AL /AS Govt. & Public Affairs
29 April 2009 Economics AL Geography
30 April 2009 Chemistry AL Computer Studies / AS Computer Applications
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