29th October Weekly Global Update

This week’s round-up spans the globe, from Ofqual’s £185,000 fine against Innovate Awarding and QAA’s draft sector principles for assessment, to Vietnam’s push towards computer-based testing and the OECD’s plans to assess AI and media literacy in PISA 2029. We also explore governance frameworks for protecting assessment validity, the growing challenge of qualification fraud, proctoring models compared, and fresh research on gender representation in GCSE science. As AI reshapes how we design, deliver and secure assessment, what should the community be prioritising next? Disclaimer: This collection contains links to third-party websites and content provided for information only. The Test Community Network does not own, control or endorse these external sources and is not responsible for their accuracy, availability, content, privacy practices or any views expressed. Summaries are provided in good faith and may not reflect every detail of the original material. Inclusion of a link does not imply affiliation with, or recommendation of, any organisation, product or service. Readers access third-party sites at their own risk and should refer to the original source before relying on any information.