Perceptions of e-assessment: the potential and the practicalities

NEW course from Cambridge Assessment Network

“What are the benefits and challenges that e-assessment brings? This session draws on Cambridge Assessment’s recent research into stakeholders’ views of e-assessment. Our trainer will lead a discussion of perceptions regarding e-assessment, the drivers for digital disruption and transformation in education and aspects of digital transformation including the role and context of data (big data and open data).

When so many people are learning and studying online, it is a common assertion that they should be able to do their exams online, too. Many professional bodies already offer qualifications online. While students may still handwrite their exams, much of the marking can be done online. So what are the true benefits that e-assessment offers learners and assessment providers? What are the challenges that e-assessment brings?”