RM Compare Newsletter - February 2025

New features, opinions, research, proofs-of-concept and guest writers! What's not to like!

New Feature! - Change Item Name

Before running an RM Compare session, Admins how have the opportunity to change Item names.

Back to the Future: A Multi-Modal Approach to Understanding Learner Performance

Just as a skilled driver relies on multiple mirrors to navigate safely, modern education requires a comprehensive, multi-modal approach to truly understand and enhance learner performance

Originality First

By Nick Hope

A view of the importance of originality and proper attribution of content in multi-modal assessment.

Beyond the checkboxes – where tradition meets innovation

By Anna Hinchliffe

What gives educators the most comprehensive view of student skills - traditional rubric-based assessment or comparative judgement?

Response to the DfE Policy Paper - Generative artificial intelligence (AI) in education (22 Jan 2025)

The UK Department for Education's guidance on generative AI in education, released today, emphasizes the importance of human expertise and judgment in the educational process.

Thinking Like a Connoisseur: RM Compare's Role in the Age of AI

In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming various aspects of our lives, the art of connoisseurship remains a uniquely human skill that is more valuable than ever.

Sliders anyone?

We have been playing around with a few suggestions from users - one interesting idea is to incorporate 'sliders'.

Preparing for the Jobs of Tomorrow: How RM Compare Aligns with Future Skills Demands

As we look towards 2030, the global job market is set to undergo significant transformation. The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 highlights key skills that will be crucial for the workforce of the future.

Comparatively Different: RM Compare's Unique Position in Supporting the New Curriculum for Wales

As Wales embarks on its ambitious journey with the new Curriculum for Wales, the need for innovative assessment tools that align with its vision has never been more critical. RM Compare stands out as a uniquely positioned solution to address the evolving assessment challenges while supporting the curriculum's core principles.

New 10 Part Blog Series - Navigating the New Curriculum for Wales: A Practitioner's Guide to RM Compare

The Welsh education system is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of the new Curriculum for Wales. This change brings both excitement and challenges for educators across the country. As teachers adapt to this new framework, they need practical tools and strategies to align their assessment practices with the curriculum's innovative approach.