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“At some point ….. Genuine regard must be given to the
supervisors assessment of the candidate’s s qualities….”
“So far it appears scant regard has been given ….. To the
opinions of those who have worked closely with the candidate….”
• Supervisor’s s reports are considered in borderline cases and at
the oral examinations.
• However:
– The practical exam may highlight deficiencies not previously
appreciated, but later accepted by the supervisor as being an area of
concern.
– With the present examination system, a candidate who has clearly failed
the practical cannot be granted a pass on the say so of the supervisor and
yet some supervisors have lobbied the previous Chief Examiners in this
way
– Many supervisor reports are cursory, and therefore not helpful, in their
approach despite the new format of the report
– Through personality clashes and supervision from a distance, some
supervisors reports are unfair to and may be biased against the
candidate.
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