NAPLAN Testing Resumes Following Technical Problems That Caused Chaos

NAPLAN testing has resumed after it was temporarily halted due to technical problems.

1.3 million Australian school students were affected by the technical problems, which made it difficult for them to access the test.

NAPLAN Testing Resumes

According to ABC News, NAPLAN testing, an Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) spokesperson has since apologised for the technical difficulties students encountered while trying to access the test, which is now conducted digitally.

"NAPLAN testing has now resumed following a widespread issue earlier this morning, which affected students being able to log on to the online platform to complete their assessments," the spokesperson said.

"We apologise for the disruption to students and schools and thank them for their patience," the spokesperson added. "The issue has now been resolved, and schools have been informed they can resume testing."

The Guardian reports that ACARA previously said that they were aware of the technical issues parents and carers were complaining about.

A number of schools likewise took to social media to announce that that testing would be paused.

"Due to technical issues with the Naplan online server, a number of schools, including ours, were unable to access Naplan today," Erskine Park high school in Sydney announced. "An updated timeline will be shared."