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Viewpoints

"Authoritative views from the experts in assessment."

Our series of Viewpoints offer high level discussion on topics impacting on the world of assessment which are backed by evidence-based and research-led approaches.

School exams: have ‘standards’ really fallen? 
Examination standards – and the perception of them – are of principal concern to society and dominate many educational and media discussions.
How much control should the state have over educational assessment? 
Experts discussed the role of the state in assessment at the 4th Cambridge Assessment Conference.
Confidence in standards - Ofqual independence 
Cambridge Assessment is following the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Bill as it goes through UK Parliament during 2009. Click here to keep up to date with what we’re thinking.
Does emotional intelligence affect exam success? 
A panel of educational experts have recently debated the concept of ‘emotional intelligence’ and whether it could – and should be – a part of teaching today.
Trust in Assessment 
So are examinations no longer ‘fit for purpose’ or is it simply a question of trust?
Reflections on the Recent Revolution at Key Stage 3 
Sylvia Green, Director of Research at Cambridge Assessment reflects on the recent changes at Key Stage 3.
Secondary Curriculum – Evolution and Innovation 
Keynote seminar by Tim Oates, Group Director Assessment Research and Development, at the Westminster Education Forum seminar on 22 November 2007
Intelligent regulation: trust and risk - speech by Group CEO, Simon Lebus 
Group Chief Executive, Simon Lebus's speech "Intelligent regulation: trust and risk" presented at the QCA seminar on 8 November 2007.