The document discusses the implementation of School Based Assessment (SBA) in Malaysia. It provides background on the motivation for moving away from an over-reliance on standardized exams and introduces the key components of SBA, including assessment by schools, central assessment, and psychometric assessment. Teachers will be empowered to conduct assessments to evaluate student achievement of learning objectives. SBA aims to provide a more holistic view of student abilities and reduce exam anxiety. A strategic plan is outlined for phased implementation across subjects between 2012-2016.