NAPLAN Tests Halted by Login Issues

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is Corey with Sydney News Today. NAPLAN tests for primary and high school students across Australia have been paused this morning due to widespread login problems with the online platform. About 1.4 million kids in years, 3, 5, 7, and 9 were set to take the annual assessments at more than 9,000-4. The Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority confirmed the tech glitches in a public update and said their provider, Education. Services, Australia, is working urgently to fix it. Schools got instructions to hold off on testing until it's resolved. This delay hits right as the exams kicked off nationwide, disrupting schedules for students and teachers everywhere. It's a big setback for the standardized tests, meant to gauge literacy and numeracy skills. Meanwhile, a car's chief executive recently urged parents not to stress kids over results, especially since some competitive schools have been using.

1:01NAPLAN scores in enrollment decisions. He called that practice unfair to children. Officials say they'll provide updates as the investigation continues, so testing should resume soon once the platform is stable. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music. S-O-L-I-SOLIPILO.COM