In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Catherine Whitaker, Global Director Online Learning at the British Council, and Louella Morton, Co-founder and Co-CEO of TestReach. They discuss:

Authenticity and Assessment in the Age of AI - How AI is accelerating the debate around skills-based assessment versus knowledge regurgitation, and what assessment should look like in an AI-enabled world

Cross-Sectoral Learning and Collaboration - The value of bringing together schools, higher education, and professional qualifications sectors to share challenges and opportunities, breaking down industry silos

Digital Transformation in the Exams Industry - The rapid rate of change in assessment over the past 10-15 years, the role of organizations like the EAA in providing thought leadership, and how examining bodies can navigate innovation while managing risk aversion

Tim provides a recap of the Assessment Now conference organised by the British Council in London, featuring about 100 delegates from awarding organizations, higher education institutions, and assessment experts. Catherine shares insights on the British Council's unique position as both an assessment provider and exam deliverer for over 140 organizations, and discusses their new AI-powered speaking assessment bot with 90% positive feedback. Louella discusses the importance of best practice and guidance as the industry navigates uncharted waters with new technologies, and the balance between innovation and the cautious approach many organizations take.

Connect with Catherine Whitaker on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-whitaker/

Connect with Luella Morton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louellamorton/

Connect with Tim Burnett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tburnett/

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