Foods and Nutrition Paper 2, WASSCE (SC), 2023

Candidates' Weakness

 

Candidates’ major weaknesses include

  • Poor command of English language;
  • Lack of mastery of the topics covered in the paper;
  • They seem to have little knowledge of the technicality of the subject;
  • Spelling errors;
  •  They were unable explain factors in a catering establishment that should be   

considered when planning a food fair;

  • They could not describe the following types of milk (condensed, evaporated and

powdered milk); 

  • They were unable to give milk-based dessert;

     

     

    In order to overcome these weaknesses:

     Teachers should-    Endeavour to research and study before going to class;

    • Ensure a comprehensive teaching of the topics in the syllabus;
    • Pay diligent attention to the practical aspect of the subject;
    • Expose candidates to projects that will teach detailed rudiments of the subject.;
    • Prepare candidates on the appropriate techniques of answering questions.

    Ccandidates        -    Should strive to have in depth knowledge of the subject;

    • Should take advantage of technology for productive research on the subject matter;
    • Should study hard and prepare for examinations;
    • Should work on their command of English Language.
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