The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) has announced that starting in 2027, students taking the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) mathematics exams will no longer be allowed to use advanced shortcut functions on Computer Algebra System (CAS) calculators. While CAS calculators will still be permitted, only those that can disable user-defined functions (UDFs) will be allowed, ensuring that students engage more deeply with mathematical concepts rather than relying on technology. This decision follows extensive consultations with teachers and students, aiming to rectify perceived inequities in exam conditions. Critics, including educators and mathematicians, argue that advanced calculators provide an unfair advantage to students who can program them, potentially undermining foundational mathematical understanding. Concerns have also been raised about the practicality of monitoring calculator usage during exams. The VCAA plans to provide detailed instructions for schools on how to manage these changes, including a list of approved calculators by the end of the term.