In an earlier post, I provided a summary of the many benefits of moving to computer-based assessment; among them was the potential cost savings as compared with administering paper-based assessments. I noted that because computer-based […]

Many jurisdictions have either switched to computer-based assessments (also known as digital, e-, online or electronic assessments) or are considering transitioning their assessment program from paper-based to computer formats, and the benefits of modernizing assessments […]

I am honoured to have collaborated with Dr. Pierre Brochu of Consultation MEP Consulting Inc. on the development of the research brief “What Did You Have For Breakfast This Morning” (Assessment Matters! #15) for the […]

What is your strategy for incorporating technology-enhanced items into your assessment program? Technology-enhanced items (TEIs) are computer-/tablet-delivered assessment items that take advantage of computer technology to present test takers with innovative, interactive situations and capture […]

How can I be confident the results of large-scale student assessment are accurate, reliable, and valid? If educators use the data/information to help improve student learning, and if other stakeholders rely on the results to […]