The challenge: Preparing for digital IGCSE exams and IB assessments securely
As Cambridge IGCSE has launched digital examinations and a digital mock service, Singapore International School needed a reliable platform to securely simulate digital IGCSE exams and future IB digital assessments while preventing unauthorized AI usage.
Singapore International School recognized that the transition to online assessment is inevitable. The school needed a way to familiarize students with digital platforms without compromising the rigor of formal assessments.
The primary requirements were:
A need for secure, distraction-free environments: To prevent students from accessing external AI tools or unauthorized websites during assessments and homework tasks.
Transitioning from Paper to Digital: Finding a platform that could simulate the digital exam experience for both IB and Cambridge IGCSE students
Streamlining teacher workflows: Reducing the time spent on manual marking, report generation, and the creation of fresh, original assessment content.
"The biggest benefit that I see is the lockdown feature... pen and paper would be out, and AssessPrep is helping us use AI in a meaningful, responsible, and relevant way. “
— Shefalika Kumar Chitkara, Middle & Lower Middle Division Coordinator
The solution: AssessPrep's secure platform for Cambridge IGCSE
AssessPrep provided SIS with a secure lockdown app, AI-driven question generation, and seamless ManageBac integration to streamline teacher workflows and authenticate digital exams.
SIS integrated AssessPrep as a practice tool for formative assessments and homework. By leveraging the platform's security features and AI capabilities, the school has created a controlled environment that mimics the high-stakes digital IGCSE exams and IB eAssessments of the future.
Lockdown App for Integrity: The secure mode ensures students cannot wander to other sites or use unauthorized AI assistance, providing a true reflection of student understanding.
AI-Driven Content Creation: Teachers use the AI feature to generate fresh questions based on specific criteria and command terms, moving beyond a reliance on old past papers.
ManageBac Integration: The seamless mapping with ManageBac allows for easy bulk uploads and automated marks entry simplifying the administrative burden for teachers.
Collaborative School Library: Every assignment is stored in a centralized library, allowing teachers to collaborate, mix and match questions, and enabling coordinators to monitor progress across all grades.
"The AI features are really useful — we can create questions around specific criteria and command terms, test students on exactly what we want to assess, and give them detailed feedback."
— Shefalika Kumar Chitkara, Middle & Lower Middle Division Coordinator
The Impact of digital IGCSE exams and IB preparation on student success
By adopting AssessPrep early, SIS enhanced teacher productivity, improved student readiness for digital IGCSE exams, and established a secure, centralized environment for 21st-century learning.
For students:
Future-Ready Students: By introducing digital assessments early, students are developing 21st-century skills and becoming comfortable with technology-based learning. This prepares them well for the digital transition in Cambridge IGCSE and IB.
Ethical AI Usage: The platform provides a framework for students to use AI tools ethically for homework while maintaining strict boundaries during formal assessments.
For teachers
Enhanced Teacher Productivity: Auto-correction have made marking more efficient, while bulk uploads have streamlined assessment management. Additionally, AI tools help teachers create original content in seconds.
Data-Driven Feedback: Teachers can now test students on specific command terms and provide detailed, immediate feedback to help students improve performance.
For coordinators
Centralized Oversight: The school library and ManageBac integration provide the administration with a clear, bird's-eye view of academic activity and teacher collaboration.
Final thoughts: Embracing the future of Cambridge IGCSE digital exams
Singapore International School's proactive approach to adopting AssessPrep highlights the value of early preparation for digital IGCSE exams and the IB's digital future. By embracing secure, AI-powered tools today, SIS is ensuring their students and teachers are ready for the educational landscape of tomorrow, turning potential anxieties about the digital shift into a streamlined, collaborative experience.
"For me, the biggest advantage of AssessPrep is the amount of time it saves and how much easier it has made my work. Collaboration among teachers has improved significantly, and students are genuinely enjoying the experience. Most importantly, it is helping us prepare students for a 21st-century learning environment, which makes it extremely valuable ."
— Shefalika Kumar Chitkara, Middle & Lower Middle Division Coordinator
