10 November 2009 The Supervisor of Marking reports that Studies of Religion marking is proceeding well. As previously advised, the Supervisor of Marking and Chief Examiner were brought in ahead of schedule, as were the Senior Markers responsible for Section 3. In consultation with the Board, these experts were give additional time to prepare the marking process this year. The Board has been regularly monitoring the Studies of Religion marking since then. Pilot marking is complete, the marking scheme has been established and markers have been briefed on their process this year. Marking is now underway and the markers are carefully following the procedures set out for them, including setting aside any scripts they feel are unusual so they can be considered separately. This is one example of what the Board means by the marking process being designed to handle differences from year to year. Senior Board staff have visited the marking centre and the markers have had the opportunity to speak with them and ask questions. The Board's independent Consultative Committee has met and has, among other things, been briefed on Studies of Religion. At the conclusion of marking, the Consultative Committee will consider any patterns that may have appeared in this year's exam responses. The Board remains in regular contact with the Supervisor of Marking, Senior Markers and markers to ensure the successful marking of the exam. Students, parents, teachers and principals with questions about the Studies of Religion exam, including whether the Board's Illness/Misadventure provisions may apply to them, should contact the Board via service@bos.nsw.edu.au . Read more about how HSC marking works. Don't miss out! Get your Board news fast and from the source with our easy email news alerts. Just enter your email address in the box on the right, and don't forget to confirm your subscription.