The 2025 International e-Assessment Conference is shaping up to be our most dynamic event yet, with the initial programme of keynotes, panels, roundtables, and presentations now being published. This year’s theme, "Shaping the Future of Assessment: Innovation, Inclusion, and Integrity in a Digital World," sets the tone for a programme that explores how technology, AI, and forward-thinking design are transforming assessment across education and the workplace.

The full agenda is being updated regularly, as our expert panel reviews and curates the best of the many high-quality submissions we’ve received from around the world. This means there’s always more to come—so keep checking the Conference Agenda for the latest updates.

Programme Highlights

Monday 9th June – Exclusive Roundtables & AI Symposium

The week opens with two roundtables focusing on two critical areas:

• National Examinations Roundtable (invitation only) – bringing together senior leaders from awarding bodies and regulators.
• Workforce Roundtable – exploring what industry needs from vocational and professional assessment in the face of evolving global labour markets.

The afternoon brings a focus to one of the hottest topics for digital assessment with our AI Symposium providing a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the assessment landscape.

Main Conference – Tuesday 10th & Wednesday 11th June

The main conference features a powerful line-up of keynote speakers and topic-focused sessions:

Keynote Speakers include:

• Carla Aerts – An interdisciplinary global leader in EdTech, AIED, learning with technologies & learning.
• Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith – An award winning teacher, leader and academic recognised as one of the Top 5 Visionary Women in Education.
• Dr Sha Liu (British Council) – Expert in the development and validation of technology-based learning and assessment platforms, with a special emphasis on automated feedback generation.

Session Spotlights

This year’s programme addresses a rich mix of global themes and specialist areas, including:

Global Perspectives & Equity

• The Rise of e-Assessments in Emerging Markets
• Equity, Inclusion, and Human Connection in Digital Assessment
• How is e-Assessment (Re)building Trust in Qualifications?

Medical & Specialist Assessment

• Enhancing Medical Assessment Efficacy: The Imperative for Aligning Exams to Content and Standards
• Reimagining Authentic Assessment in Medical Education
• Local AI in Medical Education: Promise, Pitfalls and Student Engagement 
• A Focus on Language Assessment presented by ALTE

AI in Assessment Practice

• Harnessing the Power of AI in Scenario-Based Role Play in Assessment
• How Generative AI Became the Hero (Not the Villain) in Test Security
• Generative AI in Test Development: Where it Works, Where it Doesn’t, and What’s Next
  

More to Come

With panel discussions, interactive presentations, and networking opportunities, the 2025 Conference promises a diverse and inclusive experience for assessment professionals across sectors. In addition, the prestigious International e-Assessment Awards Gala Dinner takes place on the evening of Tuesday 11th June celebrating global excellence in digital assessment.

Whether you work in education, vocational training, higher education, technology, or policy, attending the digital assessment event of the year is your chance to engage with the very latest in assessment innovation.

Visit the Agenda page to explore the programme and see what’s new as we continue to publish more sessions.