12th Feb Assessment Horizons 26 Feedback, Failure, & the Future of Learning

Описание: In this week's episode, Tim Burnett chats with Rosie Applin and Dr Simon Child from Cambridge University Press & Assessment about the upcoming Assessment Horizons Conference 2026. They discuss:

The emotional science of feedback and why understanding learners' emotional responses is critical for effective assessment design — featuring keynote speaker Anastasiya A. Lipnevich
How "productive failure" can deepen learning and act as a counterbalance to concerns about AI reducing cognitive load — featuring keynote speaker Professor Manu Kapur
The ongoing tension between AI innovation and maintaining proven learning methods, including surprising research on the enduring value of handwriting for comprehension and retention

The conversation covers all the practical details of this year's conference, taking place on 23–24 April in Cambridge and online, now in its third year. Rosie explains how the programme has been shaped by survey responses from around 160 professionals, with AI and assessment emerging as a dominant theme — from ethical considerations to integrating AI across the assessment lifecycle. Simon shares a preview of his own research presentation comparing parental trust in assessment data between England and Australia, revealing fascinating cultural differences in how parents engage with school reporting. The episode also touches on the value of in-person networking for assessment professionals, the complementary online offer for international attendees, and the wider work of the Assessment Horizons community. Early bird tickets close on 27 February, saving around £50 on the ticket price.
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Find out more about the keynote speakers:
Professor Manu Kapur: https://www.manukapur.com
Anastasiya A. Lipnevich: https://www.anastasiyalipnevich.com/
Cambridge research — Note taking more effective than AI for learning: https://www.cambridge.org/news-and-in...
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