--- title: eAA March Newsletter --- Industry news and updates from the eAA | View in browser Newsletter Issue 02 March 2025 Guest Editor's Take: Paul Muir Speaks   Spring has finally sprung here in the UK, the sun is shining and for a few days at least, I’ve been able to leave the house without a winter coat! Unlike the British weather, some things are much more predictable and this month’s newsletter is packed full of great articles, case studies and podcasts on topics ranging from “Navigating the Future of Digital Exams”, the resurgence and reinvention of AI-enhanced Remote Proctoring in a post-Covid world and the ever changing world of test security.   Spring also sees the conference season start in earnest, with our partner organisation, ATP, holding their “Innovations in Testing” Conference in Orlando at the end of March which I know a lot of you will be attending. If you are there, come along to the European Breakfast on Monday morning (24th), where I’ll be leading a session on ‘all things Europe’, including a focus on our very own eAA conference taking place in London this June.   Finally, with so much uncertainty in the world, thank you to all our members and volunteers for continuing to be part of our fast-growing, innovative and increasingly influential global assessment community.   Enjoy the newsletter! Paul Muir \| Vice Chair \| eAA eAA News Call for Speakers: Share Your Insights on Digital Assessment   Are you driving change in digital assessment or AI-driven evaluation? We’re inviting dynamic, real-world presentations that showcase practical applications, case studies, and research demonstrating the transformative power of assessment technology.   We’re looking for thought-provoking talks that cover the full assessment cycle—design, delivery, analysis, and improvement—offering actionable insights, innovative solutions, and lessons learned. Our focus is on practical strategies that attendees can apply, not sales pitches.   If you have a compelling story to tell, we want to hear from you! Submit your proposal today and inspire change in the future of assessment. Read more 2025 International e-Assessment Awards there’s still time to enter! There’s still time to enter five categories for the 2025 International e-Assessment Awards. Organised by the e-Assessment Association (eAA), these prestigious awards celebrate innovation and best practice in using technology to transform assessment across education, professional certification, and workplace training.  The five awards: Best Research  New for 2025! ICoBC Award for Most Innovative Use of Digital Badges in Assessment  Best Practitioner of the Year (team and individual award)  Lifetime Contribution Award  Read more and enter here Industry News Iain Holland Appointed as New Assessment Security Lead at Oxford Test of English   As a newcomer to the assessment industry, allow us to to introduce Iain to our community and learn a little more about him.  Read more The Institutes Select Surpass Assessment for Digital Exam Delivery   The Institutes, a top educator in risk management and insurance, have chosen Surpass, a global leader in digital assessment, for item authoring, banking, test delivery, and reporting of computer-based tests. Read more Check out our website for the latest digital assessment industry news on our website Latest Industry News Case Studies Surge in Remote Proctoring: PHECC & TestReach Meet Rising Demand PHECC, Ireland’s paramedic exam body, partnered with TestReach to enhance remote proctoring security. This led to an 80% rise in candidates choosing the option while ensuring exam integrity. Read more Events Navigating the Future of Digital Exams   Catch TEAMCo at Digital Universities UK & Lisa Greenslade on Two Podcasts from 10 March 2025 Read more Latest Industry Events Check out our website for must-attend industry happenings! Hosting an event? Email us at content@e-assessment.com, and we’ll add it to our website calendar.  Read more Advice and Guidance How Wearable Tech Can Compromise Exam Integrity & How AI Proctoring Can Detect It   Wearable devices are becoming more integrated into our daily lives and slowly finding their way into education. Devices like smartwatches, fitness trackers, and AR glasses are useful for staying connected and tracking health, but they can also be misused during exams. Read more Key considerations when exploring AI grading solutions for your Institution   While the world is agog about AI, educators exercise a little more caution. They’re right to look before they leap. Weighing up the pros and cons is imperative.   Read more ATP AI Survey Please take 5 minutes to complete the Association of Test Publishers' survey to explore industry perspectives on AI.  <> Copyright © 2024 e-Assessment Association, All rights reserved. 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