Emma Armitage and Ben Jones dispel some of the myths that surround the evolution of standards, as historic A-level Computer Science papers come to light
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11 April 2016
Academics: ditch the jargon to improve public understanding of assessment, writes Claire Jackson
18 February 2016
Ben Smith investigates claims that there is a ‘North-South’ divide in exam attainment, and offers an alternative analysis
22 December 2015
This blog post comes with a public service announcement: look away now if you have yet to learn the results of Strictly Come Dancing’s final, for here be spoilers
21 December 2015
Lena Gray considers the seductive appeal of academic freedom
17 December 2015
As the latest instalment of Star Wars hits our screens, Victoria Spalding explains – tongue firmly in cheek – how Han Solo can help with mark scheme design
1 December 2015
Ruth Johnson reflects on the Association for Educational Assessment – Europe's Glaswegian gathering, and considers how a discussion space can shape researcher identity
30 October 2015
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) is back in the limelight as the focus of an autumn consultation. Emma Armitage examines its impact
15 October 2015
Kate Kelly explains how low scores in the populist TV dance competition encourage fairness
28 September 2015
The leaves are just beginning to turn, however some Year 6 pupils are already preparing for next summer’s Key Stage 2 tests. Is this really the best use of our young people’s time, asks Ruth Johnson
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