Test Community Network

9th October

Welcome to this week's curated collection of news, research, and insights from the testing and assessment industry. This edition explores critical questions around AI integration in education, the balance between innovation and integrity, and the evolving landscape of digital assessment. From AI-enabled smart pens raising security concerns to groundbreaking research on student AI usage, collaborative procurement models, and the ongoing debate about remote proctoring privacy – these stories reflect the complex challenges and opportunities facing assessment professionals today. Each article is accompanied by perspectives from key industry personas, offering diverse viewpoints on how these developments impact different stakeholders across the assessment ecosystem. Disclaimer: The content featured in this collection has been gathered from various external sources and is provided for informational purposes only. Test Community Network does not endorse, verify, or take responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any third-party content, opinions, or external links included in this collection. Views expressed in the articles and persona responses do not necessarily reflect the views of Test Community Network. Users are encouraged to verify information independently and exercise their own judgement when following external links or applying information from these sources.

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AI Adoption Playbook for UK Awarding Organisations

The "AI Adoption Playbook for UK Awarding Organisations" offers invaluable guidance for responsibly integrating AI into educational assessments. Featuring 37 practical strategies and expert advice, it...

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Advancing Assessment in the Service of Learning

A comprehensive exploration of transforming assessment from static measurement to dynamic learning catalyst. The article introduces the free Handbook for Assessment in the Service of Learning, advocat...

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The One Smart AI Pen

AI-powered smart pen featuring ChatGPT integration, real-time translation, voice control, and digital note-taking capabilities. Successfully funded on Kickstarter with 295 backers raising $19,265 from...

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Keeping English language testing relevant in the AI era

Trinity College London discusses how ISE Digital assessment goes beyond proficiency testing to evaluate critical thinking, presentation skills, and digital communication competencies that AI cannot re...

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AI questions to be trialled in SATs moderator tests

The Standards and Testing Agency is piloting AI-generated questions in SATs moderator standardisation tests to reduce costs and school workload. The trial explores whether large language models can cr...

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AI questions to be trialled in SATs moderator tests

The Standards and Testing Agency is piloting AI-generated questions in SATs moderator standardisation tests to reduce costs and school workload. The trial explores whether large language models can ov...

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From EdTech to PedTech: Rethinking assessment

A Q&A session between Adam Foley from Surpass Assessment and Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith, exploring digital assessment and pedagogy. Discusses how schools can harness technology to empower teachers, persona...

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