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Benefits of adaptive testing

Computerized adaptive testing (aka CAT, adaptive testing, computer-adaptive testing, and adaptive assessment) is an AI-based technology that has existed since the 1980s, but most assessments in the world still do not capitalize on the benefits…
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Norm-Referenced vs. Criterion-Referenced Testing

The two terms Norm-Referenced and Criterion-Referenced are commonly used to describe tests, exams, and assessments.  They are often some of the first concepts learned when studying assessment and psychometrics.  Norm-referenced means that…
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The point-biserial item discrimination

Item discrimination is a psychometric concept regarding the quality of a test item, and the point-biserial coefficient is one of several indices for this concept. What is item discrimination? While the word "discrimination" has a negative…
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What is the conditional standard error of measurement (CSEM)?

The conditional standard error of measurement (CSEM) is a concept from psychometrics which seeks to characterize error in the process of measuring examinees on a test or assessment. What is measurement error? We can all agree that assessments…
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California Department of Human Resources Selects Assessment Systems Corporation as Vendor for Online Assessment Platform

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The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR, calhr.ca.gov/) has selected Assessment Systems Corporation (ASC, assess.com) as its vendor for an online assessment platform. CalHR is responsible for the personnel selection and hiring…
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Types of Remote Proctoring: What's The Best Fit For Me?

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There are many types of remote proctoring on the market, spread across dozens of vendors, especially new ones that sought to capitalize on the pandemic which were not involved with assessment before hand.  With so many options, how can you…

The Definitive Guide To Choosing The Right Pre-Employment Testing Software

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  Finding good employees in an overcrowded market is a daunting task. In fact, according to research by Career builder, 74% of employers admit to hiring the wrong employees. Bad hires are not only expensive, but can also adversely affect…
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Learn About Tech Innovation With Dr. Nathan Thompson On The EdNorth EdTech Podcast

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Nathan Thompson, Ph.D., was recently invited to talk about ASC and the future of educational assessment on the Ednorth EdTech Podcast. EdNorth is an association dedicated to continuing the long history of innovation in educational technology…

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Education

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes The impact of artificial intelligence in education is hardly quantifiable but is game-changing. AI is making the world a better place by powering innovations across all industries including healthcare…

How To Choose The Right Online Assessment Tool

With the overcrowded digital assessment marketplace, it can be hard to decide which online assessment tool will work for you.

ASC Welcomes Assessment Industry Veteran, Giulia Bianchi, as Assessment Solutions Consultant

Assessment Systems Corporation (ASC; https://assess.com) announced today that Giulia Bianchi has joined the team as an Assessment Solutions Consultant. Giulia has a strong background in the assessment industry, with 6 years of experience in…

How To Choose A Solution For AI Remote Proctoring

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Estimated reading time: 3 minutes AI remote proctoring has seen an incredible increase of usage during the COVID pandemic. ASC works with a very wide range of clients, with a wide range of remote proctoring needs, and therefore we partner…