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It all started a few years ago at that time of year when the National tests were to be carried through. Teachers at our school had for some time discussed ways to reduce the risk of pupils cheating. Since our school lacked a test hall, we could not guarantee that our students did not glance at other students’ tests. Trying to move desks and chairs cost valuable time and was far from watertight as a method to reduce glance cheating. We started to search for a suitable screen that would shield off the test writers from each other. We found nothing that would suit our needs.

Instead, we created a class set of foldable screens made out of cardboard and had different teachers try them. It quickly turned out that not only did the teachers appreciate the screens, also pupils said the screens strengthen their focus, and it helped them perform better on tests.

However, cutting and folding cardboard takes time. Also, cardboard is not a durable material. Therefore, we decided to professionalize the Focusscreen. Building on our experience we want to provide teachers and students with a high-quality product that contributes to learning and strengthens test writing certainty.

Jens Franzen, teacher
Örjan Gruden, former school leader