The assessment industry is trying in earnest to deliver accessible tests that comply with laws like the The United States’ (Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Update of 2017) and Europe’s (EN 301 549), both of which require compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0, including Level A and AA success criteria. The industry […]
As the leading open-source platform provider for K12, Higher Education and Professional development, Open Assessment Technologies (OAT) is committed to providing tools that make assessment accessible to all learners, regardless of their stage or ability level. Since 2015, TAO has partnered with Texthelp to support students with reading support needs, such as text to speech […]
Assessment is a technology. We have a long history of asking a sample of questions within a subject which allow us to draw inferences about the test taker. Over time, test makers have learned that there are some things that we need to be concerned about, including biases, reliability, validity, and accessibility. Only by addressing […]
Digital education continues to gain momentum in modern schools. As more aspects of learning shift online, one thing remains the same: the need for fair, closed-book assessments. However, unable to stroll around the classroom to monitor exams, instructors are concerned about the risks involved in digital assessments, particularly when it comes to cheating. Fairness and security […]
Remote online proctoring allows students to partake in various forms of assessments in a remote location. Typically, as the student takes the test, he or she is monitored by tech tools or a human proctor to maintain the integrity of the exam, verifying student identity, protecting assessment content and preventing plagiarism. Remote proctoring services, such […]
The digital age presents invaluable tools for professionals. With many professional accreditation programs largely taking place online, the modern workforce is taking advantage of accessible growth opportunities. Upon completion of such an online course or certification, digital credentials serve as presentable, verifiable achievements that can easily transfer over various platforms and technologies. With advancements in analytics […]