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At the 2024 SREE conference, our psychometrician, Winnie Tse, will be sharing information on a hands-on introduction to tools for harmonizing educational and psychological measurements and data - tools that are crucial for educational research. Register to join us in Baltimore (September 18-21).

Student Reports Are Out - Now What

This month’s article describes the importance of reporting and communication in the assessment life cycle, highlighting how data analytics and machine learning can turn raw data into helpful information, keeping students and stakeholders 

UPCOMING EVENTS

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We’re excited to share that Vretta has been awarded the ISO 9001 certification!
This internationally recognized standard for quality management systems (QMS) highlights our dedication to providing top-quality products and services, guided by key principles like customer satisfaction, strong leadership, a process-focused approach, and ongoing improvement.


The 2025 National Conference on Student Assessment (NCSA) in Denver, Colorado brought together almost 1,000 educators, administrators, and policy makers from across the USA and Canada to explore ways in which assessment and accountability are advancing student learning.

We had the opportunity to connect with industry experts and share strategies for improving the delivery of large-scale assessments used for summative, interim, and screeners for students in K-12.

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At the upcoming IAEA Conference in Philadelphia (September 22-25), we will be sharing progress on our Early Math Assessment (EMA@School) screener modernization project. By integrating feedback from diverse stakeholders, we will showcase the screener's enhanced usability, efficiency, and data capabilities, enabling more informed instructional decisions.

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This article evaluates racial and ethnic achievement gaps in the U.S., reflecting on socioeconomic and early-life health impacts, based on data from the Early Childhood Longitudinal Study, Kindergarten Class.

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The article reflects on the implications of high-stakes assessments in England, highlighting their impact on educational standards, teacher workload, and the mental health of staff and students.

August 2024

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Join us on August 20, 2024, as Queen's University hosts the Canadian Early Mathematics Education (CEME) Conference in Kingston, Ontario, providing educators with the tools to establish a solid foundation in early numeracy.

From Stress to Success

This month’s article addresses exam-related anxiety and its consequences by offering technology solutions to reduce stress and improve student well-being throughout the exam season.

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Discover how AI can enhance educational assessments as we present our study on digitizing and modernizing the Early Math Assessment screener (EMA@School) at the upcoming IAEA Conference in Philadelphia. By integrating feedback from various stakeholders, we will be showcasing the screener's usability, efficiency, and data collection and visualization, leading to better instructional decisions.

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This article explores the evolution of the Pan-Canadian Assessment Program (PCAP), from the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC), detailing its transition to a modern e-assessment environment.

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This paper introduces the OECD's PISA Happy Life Dashboard, a tool that displays key well-being indicators to evaluate school effectiveness in fostering and fulfilling student lives.

July 2024

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Meet Team Vretta at the upcoming National Forum on Education Policy organized by the Education Commission of the States in Washington, D.C. on July 10th-12th. This forum serves as a pivotal gathering for state education policy leaders nationwide, offering three days of engaging sessions and renowned speakers from across the USA.

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This article reflects on the overlooked lack of communication in educational assessment, especially in light of the growing presence of AI, and provides both reactive and preventive practical strategies.

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The eAA annual conference in London provided a great platform for presenting, exploring, and exchanging insights on emerging trends in the e-assessment industry. Congratulations to all the winners of the various e-assessment awards, and congrats to EQAO for receiving the Best Practitioner of the Year (Team) award for their commitment and collaboration leading to the modernization and transformation of Ontario's K-12 large-scale assessment program.

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This article provides an overview of the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC), which replaces the GED® in Canada to help adults earn equivalency certificates, with future evaluations on its success and digital rollout planned.

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This article reflects on Student Achievement-Based Assessment Reports, exploring their impact on learning and engagement in higher education and their role in improving assessment practices and tracking student progress.

July 2024

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