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With apologies for cross-postings CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION ANNOUNCEMENT The e-Assessment-Question 2009 Conference and Exhibition London, 18th/19th March 2009 Shaw Theatre and Novotel St Pancras London www.e-assessment-question.co.uk Assessment lies at the heart of learning and e-Assessment plays a similarly pivotal role in e-Learning. The focus of attention of the seventh e-Assessment Question Conference is the practical aspects of selecting, implementing and using e-Assessment. This year it takes PEOPLE as its theme and includes a second day that focuses on accessibility and inclusion. Speakers include: Isabel Nisbet, Acting Chief Executive Ofqual (KEYNOTE SPEAKER) Simon Ball, TechDis Patrick Craven, Cambridge Assessment Proffessor Stephen Gomez, Plymouth University Andrew Pember, Learning Solutions Director, City and Guilds Professor Don Mackenzie, University of Derby Niel Mclean, Becta Professor Richard Noss, Institute of Education Denis Saunders, Founder and Chief Executive, Calibrand Vikki Smith, Assessment Director, City and Guilds John Winkley, AlphaPlus Consultancy The conference will look at the impact of the technology of learners, providers and examiners address issues such as: Are you considering using computer based testing or using e- portfolios? What are the implications for learners and teachers, not to mention examiners and managers? Are you thinking about the Accessibility issues of using the technology for assessment and learning? Do you want to see the latest developments? Are you concerned about the risks and costs? Want to upgrade your current e-Assessment technologies? Are you involved with e-marking, e-Assessment or e-portfolios for the first time? Do you need to understand the impact of DDA on your e-Assessment portfolios or testing? What is best practice in e-Assessment? Do you want to discuss the issues with colleagues and fellow practitioners? Visit the e-Assessment Question 2009 web site: www.e-assessment- question.co.uk to see the list of exciting exhibitors and speakers at the conference Jeff Ross Conference Director [log in to unmask] +44 (0) 7785 920392 Ofqual is pleased to support the e-Assessment Question 2009. However the views expressed at the conference are the speakers own and do not represent Ofqual policy Conference Fees: £250 per delegate per day plus VAT at the prevailing rate. £475 per delegate for attendance on both days plus VAT at the prevailing rate. Discounts for delegates from schools , colleges, registered charities and the public sector: £190 per delegate per day plus VAT at the prevailing rate. £370 per delegate for attendance on both days plus VAT at the prevailing rate. We would also like to thank City and Guilds, BTL, Calibrand and DRS for their sponsorship of this prestigious event. ***************** List information: ***************** Remember - replies go by default to the entire list. Access the list via the web on http://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/vle.html To unsubscribe, email [log in to unmask] with the message: leave vle