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Posts for category: Research
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Supporting research and inquiry
We support a broad range of research projects. Our engagement in each case is context specific however there are some general principles.
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Multi-School Art Assessment Project Report
Assessing digitised 3D artefacts with Adaptive Comparative Judgement as of an ongoing school group project.
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New Research Validates RM Compare Ranks as Effective On-Demand Rulers
In the ever-evolving landscape of educational assessment, Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ) continues to prove its worth as a powerful and flexible tool. A recent study by Jeffrey Buckley, published in the Assessment in Education: Principles, Policy & Practice journal, provides compelling evidence that further validates the effectiveness of ACJ ranks, particularly those generated by systems like RM Compare, as on-demand rulers for assessment purposes.
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Improving student outcomes by Learning through Evaluation
How a simple intervention delivered improved learning outcomes in a study of 550 University students
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Research: Enhanced assessment and learning through Adaptive Comparative Judgement
A new comprehensive set of studies from the School of Engineering (University of Liverpool) highlights the potential impact ACJ can have in teaching, learning and assessment.
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New Case Study - School Group Assessment and Standardisation
In March 2024, Art teachers from E-ACT, a large multi academy trust of academies spread geographically across the UK, sought to rewrite this narrative as part of a wider Key Stage 3 Assessment Strategy redevelopment project. Working with Victoria Merrick, Merrick-Ed Limited, they devised a small-scale pilot of RM Compare, an Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ) tool.
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Transforming University admissions with Adaptive Comparative Judgement
Improved speed, efficiency and reliability reduces workload for staff while promoting greater fairness with more authentic assessments.
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Peer Learning through Adaptive Comparative Judgement in Higher and Further Education
Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ) has been increasingly recognized as a valuable tool for peer learning in higher and further education contexts
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Research: Harnessing Peer Evaluation in Design Thinking - A Dive into Adaptive Comparative Judgement in HE
In the realm of design education, where creativity and innovation are paramount, assessing student work poses unique challenges. Traditional grading methods often struggle to capture the essence of students' creative output. Enter Adaptive Comparative Judgement (ACJ), a dynamic assessment method that promises a more nuanced approach.