Season 5 · Episode 12
Assessment Alignment: Valid, Reliable & Audit-Ready
Angela sits down with assessment expert Maciek Fibrich to unpack one of the most critical topics under the new 2025 Standards—assessment practices and audit readiness.
23 April 202541 min

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Show Notes
- What's actually changed under Standard 1.3
- Why fit-for-purpose assessment means contextualising for your learner cohort
- How to test, validate, and align your tools to ensure compliance
- The role of AI in developing assessments—myths, risks, and best practice
- Real-world audit insights and red flags to avoid
- Why consistent validation and a culture of compliance are key
Key Takeaways
- Understand what's changed under Standard 1.3
- Contextualise assessments for your learner cohort
- Test, validate, and align your tools for compliance
- Build a culture of consistent validation
Resources Mentioned
- Assessment Alignment Checklist
- Validation Best Practice Guide
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