In American public schools, lower-income students rank about 3 academic years behind their peers. By the time they reach high school, their average literacy skills are 5 years behind well-off peers. Moreover, if current trends persist, most states aren’t going to see any changes in the years to come. The good news is that assessment […]
Open educational resources (OERs) seem like the perfect solution to any assessment challenge. Free, advanced, and media-rich resources that your school can use and modify at will? What could be better? However, if you’ve had any experience implementing OERs, you know that too often, you get what you pay for. While they may work for […]
Digital assessment can make it quicker and easier to design and implement tests at scale, increase accessibility, and simplify data collection and analysis. However many proprietary tools also tie you into expensive subscriptions and closed systems, leading to ballooning costs and difficulties customizing your platform. We’re breaking down why schools, leaders, and governments are increasingly […]
Digital assessment software has moved far beyond simple online quizzes. Today, schools, universities, and certification bodies rely on these tools to capture meaningful data, personalize learning, and ensure fairness at scale. But what kind of assessment systems will stand the test of time? The answer increasingly points toward open source. While proprietary platforms often deliver […]
If you’ve ever used an assessment platform that made even small changes feel complicated, you’ve experienced vendor lock-in. It can be frustrating when tools limit how you teach, trap your test content, or raise costs over time. The truth is, many systems put the vendor—not the educator—in control. Open-source assessment tools offer another path. Built […]
Open educational resources (OERs) can save you valuable time and energy in creating teaching materials. They’re freely available for use in the classroom, and you can modify and adjust them to suit your students. OERs can also make it easier to diversify and personalize your curriculum, facilitating innovative teaching styles like flipped learning. But how […]