CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

The Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) invites submissions of quality papers aligned with the Conference theme. Abstracts should address issues in the context of the sub-themes outlined below:

1. Curriculum-Aligned Assessment Practices

• Dynamic Curriculum Integration: Exploring assessment methodologies that seamlessly adapt to diverse and evolving curricular frameworks.
• Agile Assessment Strategies within Curricular Shifts: Addressing the alignment of assessments with rapidly changing educational content, methodologies, and learning outcomes.

2. Assessment for Learning vs Assessment of Learning

• Utilizing Formative Assessments: Maximising the role of assessments in guiding and enhancing the learning process.
• Summative Evaluation Balancing Act: Achieving a balance between summative assessments and ongoing formative evaluations for holistic learning outcomes.

3. High-Stakes Testing

• Mitigating Pressure: Addressing the implications of high-stakes testing on curricular focus, student stress, and educational outcomes.
• Expanding Assessment Horizons: Exploring alternative assessment methods beyond high-stakes testing for comprehensive evaluation.

4. Equity and Fairness

• Ensuring Inclusivity: Creating assessment systems that cater to all students impartially, irrespective of socio-economic, cultural, or physical differences.
• Mitigating Bias: Strategies to minimise biases and ensure fairness in assessments for diverse student populations.

5. Technology Integration

• Optimizing Technology Tools: Leveraging technological advancements for fair, secure, and accessible assessments.
• AI and Ethical Evaluation: Ensuring ethical use of AI and technology in assessments while maintaining fairness and privacy.

6. Assessment Literacy

• Empowering Stakeholders: Promoting comprehensive understanding and utilisation of assessment results among educators, students, and parents.
• Effective Data Interpretation: Enhancing skills to interpret assessment data for improved learning outcomes and instructional strategies.