The Test Community.Network

By Tim Burnett

Welcome to the Test Community Network, your go-to weekly update on everything about assessment and testing. Tim Burnett and special guests will help you find the latest chances to explore and connect ... more

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How many episodes does The Test Community.Network have?

The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.

The Test Community.Network episodes:

May 09, 2024 9th May Test Community Network Weekly Update with Dr Mary Richardson
In this week's episode, I share insights into events, podcasts, and platforms for those interested in testing and assessment. In addition, I chat with Dr Mary Richardson from the University College London and the Educational Assessment Group about her free to join online seminar series and her views on the use of technology in national examinations, and how she considers GCSEs to be a huge waste of money and effort.

For information and links from this episode please visit: https://www.testcommunity.network
Connect with Mary here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-richardson-7582351b/
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May 02, 2024 2nd May - Test Community Weekly Update with Nathan Thompson talking about AI and Adaptive Assessment
In this week's episode, I share clips from my chat last week with Dr. Richard Nelson, a clip from the It Depends Podcast, and I chat with Nathan Thompson about the IACAT Conference and his views on the future of adaptive testing.
Think adaptive testing is only for the big assessment giants with deep pockets? Think again! Nate shares how new technologies are putting adaptive testing within reach for smaller-scale programs.
Can you really slash testing time by 50-90% while accurately pinpointing each student's ability? Nate explains how adaptive testing achieves this remarkable feat, without sacrificing measurement quality.
ChatGPT for test creation? AI-scored essay questions? Machine learning test algorithms? Nate peers into his crystal ball and explores the fascinating future of adaptive testing, as AI and advanced psychometrics collide.

For information and links from this episode go to: https://www.testcommunity.network
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April 25, 2024 25th April Test Community Network Update Featuring Dr Richard Nelson from the University of Bradford
In this week's episode, I share insights into events, podcasts, and platforms for those interested in testing and assessment. In addition, I chat with Dr Richard Nelson from the University of Bradford about his work piloting AI for assessment and course development.
For information about all the events discussed in the episode go to: ⁠https://www.testcommunity.network/
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April 18, 2024 18th April 2024 - Test Community Network Weekly Update
In this episode, we hear from Chelsea Dowd from QuestionMark and the chair for the 2024 E-ATP Conference in Berlin. For information about all the events discussed in the episode go to: https://www.testcommunity.network/
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April 11, 2024 11th April 2024 - Test Community Network Weekly Update
🎥 Weekly Test Community Network Update 🎥
In this week's video, Tim Burnett shares the latest happenings in the world of assessment and education:
🌟 Upcoming Events:
AO Forum (May 1st, UK) - a must-attend for those in education & assessment
CEdMA Conference (April 23-24, Atlanta) - customer education management: https://www.testcommunity.network/event-details-public?recordId=rec7kdA9VHPtfEDnJ&utm_source=platform110424
Keynote speakers: Donna Weber & Lila Meyer
AI in customer education, certifications, assessments, vendor selection & more
On-demand library available post-conference
Other Events:
School of Disruption AI Ethics Webinar
Digital Learning Institute Leadership Skills Webinar
Scandinavian Technology Transformation (SET) Conference
Uniwise Webinar
Cambridge Assessment Network Hybrid Events
Learning Technologies & Education Resources Awards (in-person, UK)
🎙️ Featured Interview:
Kristine Kukich from CEdMA discusses their transition to focusing on individual contributors and professional development within customer education. CEdMA is expanding to include manufacturing and professional training organizations.
📈 Test Community Network Updates:
Marketplace leaderboard: CertiMe, Finetune, Prometric, Netlog & more
Visit testcommunity.network for links to events, podcasts, and the marketplace. Subscribe to the EdTech podcast and YouTube channel for more weekly updates!
#testcommunitynetwork #assessmentevents #customerEducation #sedmaconference #edtech
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April 11, 2024 Test Community Network Weekly Update - 4th April 2024
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This week I chatted with Pat Coates from the e-Assessment Association about the upcoming conference in June.
Other updates in this episode:
Key events:
- AO Forum on May 1st in the UK
- International E-Assessment Conference and Awards in June
3-day event with national examinations roundtable, AI symposium, keynotes, breakout sessions. Draws diverse attendees from government, awarding bodies, universities etc.
- E-Assessment Association (EAA) Special Interest Group webinar on AI in online proctoring on April 30th
- EATP Conference in Berlin (details coming soon)
Other notable events:
- ALT event on generative AI
- Digital Learning Institute open day
- International Association for Accessibility Professionals hybrid event
Cambridge Assessment's Assessment Horizons conference on April 17th
Test Community Network marketplace highlights platforms like VAPI, QuestionMark, and PebblePad gaining interest
Fascinating Connected Papers visualization shared on ChatGPT's role in academia.
Stay informed about assessment industry events and join the discussion on the Test Community Network. https://www.testcommunity.network
#assessment #testing
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April 11, 2024 Test Community Network Update 28th March
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Rosie Applin joins me today to discuss an exciting event coming soon. Exciting news from the Assessment Network at Cambridge! 🎓📝 Join their hybrid conference, "Assessment Horizons and Assessment Principles: Navigating the Future Together," on April 17th, featuring a stellar lineup of speakers and presentations. 🌟 Key highlights: - Keynote sessions by Sarah Hughes and Imogen Casebourne on the "Futures of Assessments" report, looking ahead to 2050 and the impact of climate change, AI, immersive assessments, and wellbeing. 🔮 - Morgan Dee from Educate Ventures Research will discuss the current AI landscape in assessment, including personalized feedback tools, automated grading, and ethical implications. 🤖 - A diverse mix of assessment professionals from various sectors will share their insights and perspectives. 🤝 Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of assessment! Register now for in-person (by April 3rd) or online (by April 15th) attendance. 🎟️ Other upcoming events: - e-Assessment Conference and Awards (submissions due April 7th) - Excel Soft Technologies webinar on AI-powered micro apps (April 4th) - Constructor webinar on Efficient Certification Delivery - ICE webinar on AI - American Board for Nursing Specialties spring meeting - AO Forum (May 1st) - E-ATP (October 23rd-30th, Berlin) - EAA conference with AI symposium (October 10th-12th) Stay tuned for more updates from the Test Community Network! 📡🌐 #AssessmentFuture #AI #EdTech
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April 11, 2024 Test Community Network Weekly Update - 22nd March 2024
🎙️ New episode alert! 🎙️ Catch the latest weekly update from the Test Community Network. 📣
Highlights:
✅ AO Forum event on May 1st in London 🇬🇧
Insights & updates from regulators
Educational policy expert Steve Besley discusses potential government changes
Panel discussion with IFATE, Qualification Wales & CCEA
Networking opportunity for awarding bodies & EPAOs
✅ New "It Depends" podcast episode on cut scores with Tim & Amanda 🎧
Why 70 is often chosen as the default cut score
Importance of reviewing and validating cut scores over time
✅ Other upcoming events & webinars:
Learn Austria 🇦🇹
Open Badges 3.0
PSI podcast on assessment in business
Visit the Test Community Network platform for links to all the latest events and podcasts in the assessment world! 🌐
#testcommunitynetwork #aoforum #itdependspodcast #assessmentevents #psychometrics
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April 11, 2024 Test Community Network Update - 15th March
🚨 New feature alert! 🚨 The Test Community Network platform now has a chatbot to help you find events! 🤖💬
Discover a world of assessment events, podcasts, and resources on our platform. 📅🎧📚
✅ 150+ events listed
✅ Personalized event recommendations
✅ Weekly event updates via email
✅ WhatsApp channel for instant notifications
✅ 400+ assessment service & tech providers
✅ Free courses on AI and more
Try out the new chatbot and let it guide you to the perfect event for your needs! 🗣️🔍
Join the Test Community Network today and let us be your bridge to a more diverse world of assessment! 🌉🌍
#testcommunitynetwork #assessmentevents #chatbot #edtech
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December 11, 2023Introducing the Test Community.Network
⏱ = 👌 In summary:
As we start saying goodbye to 2023, it's time to start planning your knowledge journey for 2024.
Events to attend will definitely be on your agenda, that's why I've pulled together a global list of events planned for 2024, and you can access them today!
Join the new Test Community.Network to make firm plans for 2024.
⏱⏱ = 👏 More detail:
Whether online or in-person, events are a great way to build your knowledge and understanding of the global testing landscape.
The best ideas I've ever had have been born whilst attending events.
They're like factories for creative thinking and a great way to discover something new and learn from the lessons of others.
Events happening straight after the holidays include a wide range of topics:
Ethics in artificial intelligence, strategic planning for the future.

Practical skills in math and English.

Originality in academic tools.

Lessons in understanding the dynamics of further education and skills.

⏱⏱⏱ = 💪 Further reading:
Looking for a preview?
Go on then, take a look at what's install for 2024 with a preview of January and see all the events you missed in 2023.
Test Community.Network 2024 Preview
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FAQs about The Test Community.Network:

How many episodes does The Test Community.Network have?

The podcast currently has 60 episodes available.