Empowering Achievement: Exploring the Role of Assessment in Teaching and Learning Examinations and qualifications, whether loved or loathed, play a crucial role in the field of education. However, it is important to acknowledge that not all assessments are created or recognised equally. In this session, Allen will explore the characteristics that define a good assessment, illustrating how well-designed qualifications and exams can positively impact learning outcomes while simultaneously fostering student development, comprehension, and motivation. Additionally, the presentation will underscore the vital role of teachers in cultivating a classroom environment where students perceive assessment as positive reflections of their growth, empowering students to proudly showcase their accomplishments to the global community and explore the opportunities that these achievements unlock. Finally, Allen will be joined by Carmen who will showcase how a proactive approach in building key recognition with important stakeholders can help elevate students’ learning outcomes to new heights.
Presenters
Mr. Allen Davenport Professional Learning and Development Manager, Cambridge University Press & Assessment
Ms. Carmen Le Regional Recognition Manager Cambridge University Press & Assessment
The Duolingo English Test revolutionises language assessment for the modern era. This innovative test is brought to you by the world’s largest education company Duolingo, whose 500 million users undertake more than a billion lessons every day. The test is a paradigm shift in secure, efficient, and cost-effective English proficiency evaluation and is now trusted by almost 5000 institutions worldwide. Seamlessly blending the world’s best AI technology with psychometric and linguistic excellence, the Duolingo English Test redefines language testing accessibility. It’s not just a test; it’s an embodiment of Duolingo’s mission to deliver world-class education to all corners of the globe. This session will be facilitated by the Head of Security and the Head of Assessment Communication for the Duolingo English Test and provide an in-depth and comprehensive insight into the test design, validity and security.
Presenters
Mr Basim Baig Head of Security Duolingo English Test
Mr Basim Baig is the Head of Security for the Duolingo English Test. He has an educational background in cyber security where his major focus was the use of technical innovations to secure online testing. He leads a broad team of security engineers, AI scientists and assessment scientists.
Dr Masha Kostromintina Head of Assessment Communication Duolingo English Test
Dr Masha Kostromintina is an assessment specialist at Duolingo whose primary research area is fairness in high stakes English proficiency tests. She received her Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from Northern Arizona University. Masha’s research has been published in top-tier journals including Studies of Second Language Acquisition and Frontiers in communication.
NEAS PD is accessible to anyone in the ELT community. NEAS supports and encourages continuing professional development (CPD) by assigning CPD points to each of its PD activities. Earning CPD through a number of the activities through NEAS validates quality learning for teachers, managers, and ELT professionals. Micro credentialing for ELT professionals and how to access and share your online badges will be explained during this webinar.
English as a Medium of Instruction: Translanguaging and the Enhancement of Teaching in English in Global Contexts Ms Yulia Kharchenko Dr Pamela Humphreys
Strong Foundations: A PD Framework for ELT Management Teams Mr Gerard Boyle
Rebuilding the ELT Profession in Ukraine His Excellency Mr Vasyl Myroshnychenko
Raising the Profile of the ELT Profession Professor Tyrone Carlin
New Regulations on Managing Psychosocial Risk and the Implications for your Institution Dr Georgi Toma
The Importance of the ELT Profession in Bilateral Relations among Southeast Asian Nations and the Rest of the World Dr Choltis Dhirathiti Mr Michael Fay
The program introduces the 2023 theme ‘English Language Teaching: The Profession, The Professional, Professionalism’ and showcases presentations from subject area experts from around the world.
Welcome Address from Study NSW, Investment NSW Ms Karla Lampe
