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The Test Community.Network

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 in the diverse world of assessment and testing. Discover new events, webinars, and podcasts, plus get inspiration from the Test Community Network marketplace. For more information visit: https://www.testcommunity.network

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00:24:04

2nd Oct - In Conversation at E-ATP 2025 Dublin plus...

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2025/10/01

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Nena Hollis, Paddy McLaughlin, Hugh McNeela, and Anna Kate Phelan at the EATP conference in Dublin. Nena works in the ATP operations team, Paddy served as chair of the EATP conference, Hugh is a first time attendee from ReadSpeaker, and Anna is an ATP volunteer and eAA Director working at Eintech focusing on user experience design in assessment platforms. They discuss:The success of the EATP Dublin conference, which saw a 25% increase in attendance,

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00:20:50

25 Sept - The Future of Assessment: AI, Robotics and...

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2025/09/30

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Jim from Surpass, discussing the upcoming Surpass Virtual Conference. They discuss:The evolution of the Surpass Conference format and the decision to alternate between virtual and in-person eventsThe impressive keynote lineup featuring John Weiner on AI and automation, Andreas Schleicher on global AI educational practices, and John Winkley with Shirley Watson on formative assessmentThe closing panel exploring the convergence of AI and humanoid

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00:27:35

18th Sept - Assessing Skills for the Future:...

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2025/09/18

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Mark Gray, UK and Ireland Manager for Universal Robots. Mark brings 25 years of automation experience and 9 years with Universal Robots, where he's responsible for day-to-day operations across the UK and Ireland. They discuss:How collaborative robots are revolutionizing manufacturing without replacing human workersThe flexibility of robotics technology and its potential for reshoring UK manufacturingFuture skills requirements and training

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00:57:34

Webinar: AI & Awarding Organisations From Experiments...

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2025/07/21

Transform your ChatGPT trials into a strategic 2-year AI plan that maintains integrity while driving operational excellenceThis session transforms everyday AI experiments into a strategic advantage.Most senior and AI-forward staff at Awarding Organisations now use AI platforms like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google on a day-to-day basis. But are they maximising their potential, are they taking risks? And what comes next in AI adoption?This session brings together experts in AI, AOs, training and skills

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00:12:22

26th June - How easy is it for AI to take a test?

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2025/06/25

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett explores the latest AI cheating capabilities using Microsoft's Copilot Pro Actions feature. He demonstrates:- How Copilot Pro's new "Actions" feature can autonomously complete online assessments- Which question types are most vulnerable to AI infiltration (multiple choice vs matching questions)- The accessibility of this technology - available for just £19/month with free trial optionsTim provides a live demonstration of an AI agent taking a

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00:28:04

19th June - How much is AI going to impact the...

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2025/06/18

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Kristina Preston, Head of Awarding and Skills Appointments at Peridot Partners. Kristina specialises in executive search for awarding organisations, assessment bodies, and skills providers across the not-for-profit education sector. They discuss:The current impact of AI on recruitment within awarding organisations and whether it poses an immediate threat to jobs in the sectorHow AI is being used by both candidates and employers in the recruitment

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00:22:07

12th June - In Review: 2025 e-Assessment Conference...

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2025/06/12

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Romana Moss (eAA Board Member & Royal College of Emergency Medicine), Graham Hudson (eAA Chair) and Gareth Hopkins (Surpass Assessment and Volunteer), Shoeb Mozammel (Vretta), and Jeremy Carter (Sentira XR + 2025 three-time award winner). They discuss:The transformative role of formative assessment in supporting learning journeys and strengthening understanding through AI enhancementsThe record-breaking success of the eAssessment Association

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00:20:19

5th June: Where do you start with AI? Plus the Weekly...

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2025/06/05

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett answers a listener question about where organisations should start with AI implementation. He discusses:- Establishing AI policies and creating red, green, and blue team structures for AI adoption- Recommended starting platforms including Notebook LM, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and ChatGPT Teams- Data security considerations and the importance of paid versus free AI toolsTim provides comprehensive guidance on beginning your organisation's AI

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00:22:05

29th May - Could AI be changing how we learn &...

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2025/05/29

In this week's episode (Part 2 of 2), Tim Burnett continues his conversation with Rita Bateson, an assessment writer, curriculum developer, and Director at Eblana Learning. Rita has extensive experience working with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and specialises in the ethical evolution of assessment technology. They discuss:Cognitive offloading: How AI might be making us mentally lazy and changing our thinking habitsThe politeness paradox: Why Sam Altman's comment about "please and thank you"

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00:23:54

15th May - Could AI-based assessment activity have a...

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2025/05/15

In this first part of a 2-part episode, Tim Burnett chats with Rita Bateson, an assessment writer, curriculum developer, and Director at Eblana Learning. Rita has extensive experience working with the International Baccalaureate (IB) and specialises in the ethical evolution of assessment, particularly focusing on sustainability and environmental impact.In Part 1, they discuss:Dublin's energy crisis and the impact of data centre energy consumption on Ireland's electrical gridThe hidden carbon

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00:24:37

3rd April - The Global AI Regulatory Landscape with...

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2025/05/07

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Allison Mulford, solo practitioner at Mulford and Associates. With extensive experience in the testing community since 2014, Allison now specialises in privacy, data protection, AI governance, and corporate legal services.They discuss:The shifting AI regulatory landscape in the US, EU, and globallyPractical approaches to AI governance for organisationsCopyright considerations for AI-generated contentAllison provides valuable insights into how the US

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00:25:19

AI Detection: The Technology Behind Spotting...

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2025/05/07

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Bradley Emi, CTO of Pangram Labs. Bradley is a Stanford AI researcher who previously worked as an AI scientist at Tesla before co-founding Pangram Labs, a company specialising in AI detection technology. They discuss:- How Pangram Labs' AI detection technology identifies AI-generated content with a remarkably low false positive rate of 0.01%- The unique "active learning" approach that helps their system achieve greater accuracy than

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00:24:38

1st May: Simternships: Revolutionising Student Career...

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2025/05/01

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Jim Holm, an education technology expert with nearly 30 years of experience who now works at Stukent. They discuss:- How simternships provide students with practical, hands-on experience that bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world job skills- The impressive results of simternships in reducing drop-out rates and increasing student engagement- The future of performance-based assessment in the age of AIJim Holm explains how

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00:09:17

24th April - Test Community Network Weekly Update

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2025/04/24

Join me this week to take a look at online and hybrid events taking place over the next week in the Assessment community plus an insight into my interviews with Jim Holm (Simternships) and Bradley Emi (Ai Dection Tools).

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00:23:16

Digital Frontiers in HE: Episode 2 - Hybrid...

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2025/03/19

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Tom Ashmore, Digital Assessment Designer, and Elliot Spence, Senior Digital Assessment Coordinator at Birmingham City University. They discuss their award-winning hybrid assessment model and initiatives to boost digital literacy amongst students.They discuss:BCU's innovative hybrid assessment model that allows students to choose between on-campus or remote examsThe Digital Kickstart programme to enhance digital literacy skills for new

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00:36:22

13th March: Digital Frontiers in HE: Episode 1, The...

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2025/03/12

In this week's episode, the first in our mini-series "Digital Frontiers in Higher Education," Tim Burnett chats with Lesley O'Keeffe, former Registrar at Brunel University London. With over 16 years of experience in higher education, Lesley shares insights from her extensive career in academic registry and student services. They discuss:The evolution of digital examinations in higher education, including Brunel University's successful implementation of a "bring your own

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00:25:36

6th March: Inside the AO Forum: Regulation,...

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2025/03/05

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Ben Smith from Gordon Associates. Ben is the chair of the upcoming AO Forum event and works with awarding organisations across the UK.They discuss:1. The upcoming AO Forum event on 30th April in London, bringing together professionals from the awarding organisation sector2. Gordon Associates' software solutions for awarding bodies, including their flagship Parnassus system and other specialised tools3. Industry trends towards digital

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00:32:19

Feb 27th: AI for Marking and Feedback: Transforming...

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2025/02/26

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Kavitha Ravindran and Rajeshwari Iyer, the founders of sAInaptic. Kavitha brings over 15 years of teaching experience, while Raj offers deep expertise in AI and data science. They discuss: How sAInaptic automates marking and feedback for free text responses, going beyond traditional MCQ assessment The innovative hybrid AI approach combining language models with algorithmic marking for exceptional accuracy Their expansion from school-based solutions

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00:30:52

20th Feb - VR Meets AI: Revolutionising Medical...

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2025/02/20

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Jeremy Carter, CEO of Sentira XR, a virtual reality and artificial intelligence company specialising in healthcare training and assessment simulations. With over 25 years of experience in assessment technology, Jeremy brings valuable insights into the intersection of VR, AI, and medical education.They discuss: The evolution of medical training from traditional methods using medical actors and mannequins to immersive VR environments with AI-driven

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00:25:26

Feb 13th: The Future of Assessment: Ufi VocTech Trust...

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2025/02/13

In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Dean Blewitt, Senior Innovation Investments Manager within the Research and Innovation Directorate at NCFE. Dean leads technology testing initiatives in assessment contexts, including the Assessment Innovation Fund and internal Sandbox Pilots at NCFE.They discuss:- The launch of NCFE's Assessment Innovation Fund's seventh window, offering grants up to £125,000 in partnership with UFI VocTech Trust- Previous successful projects, including VR

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