As AI-powered marking becomes more common in education, we must confront a critical risk: the “washback” effect, where the method of assessment shapes how and what students learn. Automated essay scoring powered by AI often rewards essays that adhere closely to expected templates—clear structure, formulaic vocabulary, and standard organization—regardless of whether content is genuinely insightful or original.
The Department for Education’s new writing framework sets a bold vision for primary education in England: build confident, fluent writers through sequenced, evidence-based teaching and assessment. As schools prepare to implement these changes, RM Compare offers a powerful, research-backed assessment platform that aligns with the framework’s principles and helps every pupil succeed.
Welcome to the latest RM Compare newsletter, this time with 10 new posts to dig into.
Across industries and institutions, those responsible for recruitment and admissions are wrestling with a perfect storm: soaring application numbers, the rapid rise of AI-generated content, and the ever-present need for fairness and authenticity. The result? Recruiters and admissions teams are overwhelmed, and the risk of missing out on genuine talent has never been higher.
As AI-powered marking becomes more common in education, we must confront a critical risk: the “washback” effect, where the method of assessment shapes how and what students learn. Automated essay scoring powered by AI often rewards essays that adhere closely to expected templates—clear structure, formulaic vocabulary, and standard organization—regardless of whether content is genuinely insightful or original.
The Department for Education’s new writing framework sets a bold vision for primary education in England: build confident, fluent writers through sequenced, evidence-based teaching and assessment. As schools prepare to implement these changes, RM Compare offers a powerful, research-backed assessment platform that aligns with the framework’s principles and helps every pupil succeed.
Welcome to the latest RM Compare newsletter, this time with 10 new posts to dig into.
Across industries and institutions, those responsible for recruitment and admissions are wrestling with a perfect storm: soaring application numbers, the rapid rise of AI-generated content, and the ever-present need for fairness and authenticity. The result? Recruiters and admissions teams are overwhelmed, and the risk of missing out on genuine talent has never been higher.
Change is a constant in today’s business landscape. Whether it’s adapting to new technologies, evolving customer expectations, or shifting internal processes, organisations need tools that help them navigate transformation smoothly and confidently. At RM Compare, we believe that effective change starts with better decision-making—and that’s exactly where our platform shines.
We have produced some new guides to help with some of the RM Compare processes. You can view them online or download and print if you prefer. We have started off with 3 key processes but will add more as we progress.
As the world faces mounting environmental challenges, sustainability is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s a necessity. At RM Compare, we believe every assessment is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the planet.
In today’s educational landscape, accessibility is not just a feature—it’s a fundamental right. At RM Compare, our commitment to accessibility is woven into both our technology and our philosophy, ensuring that every assessment is inclusive, fair, and user-friendly for all participants
If you’ve been following the evolution of digital assessment, you’ll know that Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ) is transforming how we judge quality—especially with platforms like RM Compare. But you might also have heard about concerns over “inflated reliability statistics.” Is this something to worry about? Let’s look at what the research says, and why RM Compare users can be reassured.