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The College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences (COMAHS), University of Sierra Leone, has launched an Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) device aimed at improving the speed, accuracy, and efficiency of its examination marking process.
The technology is expected to ease the workload of lecturers who often mark over 1,000 examination scripts each semester. Officials say the device can scan and process more than 1,000 multiple-choice answer sheets in less than an hour, reducing delays in the release of examination results.
Speaking at the launch, COMAHS Deputy Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor James B. W. Russell, thanked Professor Haja Isata Wurie for providing the equipment, describing the donation as timely and a demonstration of commitment to academic excellence.
Professor Russell said the OMR device would replace the traditional manual marking system with a faster electronic process, improving accuracy, reliability, and the overall integrity of the college’s examination system.
The Examination Officer, Mr. Ibrahim Osman Dumbuya, welcomed the initiative, noting that delays in marking had previously affected the timely publication of results and alignment with the academic calendar. He expressed confidence that the new technology would speed up the process and announced plans to train Deans and Heads of Departments on its operation.
The Head of Academic Affairs, Mrs. Musu Sesay, also praised the initiative, saying the device would reduce human errors and strengthen examination administration.
The introduction of the OMR device reflects COMAHS’ commitment to adopting technology-driven solutions to enhance academic management and improve service delivery.
