Beyond Multiple Choice: The Future of Assessment

Beyond Multiple Choice

Here, you'll gain perspective from international researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and innovators about factors shaping our approach to assessment in education and the workforce.

Episodes

  1. 10/16/2020

    How can we use the pandemic as an opportunity to advance assessment innovation?

    Date: October 14, 2020 Description: In this episode, you’ll hear from three experts who will also be speaking at our upcoming free virtual conference: Kristen DiCerbo, Chief Learning Officer at Khan Academy; Scott Marion, Executive Director of the Center for Assessment; and John Winkley, Director of AlphaPlus Consultancy. Hear their thoughts about the current state of assessment in light of the global pandemic, along with opportunities and challenges for assessment reform, but at a policy level and in the classroom. Where to find Kristen DiCerbo Website LinkedIn Twitter Where to find Scott Marion Website LinkedIn Twitter Where to find John Winkley Website LinkedIn Learn more about Beyond Multiple Choice: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Timestamps: How can we ensure that students’ academic achievements will be recognized during the pandemic? [1:05] What alternatives to standardized exams exist currently in the UK and Europe? [4:40] With all the other urgent pandemic-related factors going on, is now the time to be pushing for change in assessment? [8:20] Opportunities, approaches, and likelihood for systemic change in the current climate [15:25] Challenges and opportunities for transforming assessment in the classroom [25:45] To what extent should technology – AI, VR, gaming, etc. -- factor into discussions of assessment reform? [33:25] What should delegates seek to take away from the upcoming Beyond Multiple Choice conference? [42:08]

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Here, you'll gain perspective from international researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and innovators about factors shaping our approach to assessment in education and the workforce.