Revising Exam Standards: Improving measures of professional competency with more relevant and trusted exams
Date: 4th March, 2016
Time: 9:30am - 3pm
Location: The Theater, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi
Fee: Free
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Pearson VUE is organizing an exclusive workshop for test owners to learn and discuss the results of a unique research report, conducted in partnership with IMRB International.
The purpose of any high-stakes professional exam is to be able to make a decision based on whether a test-taker demonstrates the relevant competency, skills and knowledge to be successful in a given profession. India has a long, proud history of assessment and in such a large, densely populated country, the need for rigorous assessment processes is paramount.
Delegates will have the opportunity to discuss the widespread concerns regarding the quality of some assessments, and understand the research findings, including the challenges affecting the 100 surveyed test owners, and discuss potential solutions that can be applied to your test programs.
The event comprises of the unveiling of the report by Divyalok Chetan Sharma, Director (Client Development), Pearson VUE followed by a workshop by Julie Miles (Ph.D), Vice President, Global Measurement and Research, Pearson VUE focusing on the following topics:
- How to create and maintain a good assessment
- Test security related to computer based testing
- Importance of specialist certifications; thereby increasing chances of hiring
Planned dignitaries and delegates for the event include senior members from Academia and Universities, Industry Associations, test owners who took part in the survey and the Media/Journalists.
Julie Miles - Read biography
VP Global Measurement & Research, Pearson VUE
Dr. Miles leads the psychometric services and senior research scientist teams at Pearson VUE. These teams are responsible for utilizing measurement theory statistical methodology and data analysis to provide psychometrically sound examinations for client programs. They conduct applied research to improve client processes.
Previously at Pearson Dr. Miles was responsible for a full range of measurement services including content publishing project management and psychometric support for numerous national and state assessment programs. These programs were predominantly online high-stakes and computer-adaptive and often required a full range of item types. She also led professionals on multiple state-level projects and national-level programs including the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC), ACT Aspire, and Readistep. Prior to her time at Pearson, Dr. Miles filled psychometric and measurement roles at Measurement Inc., the Collin County Community School District, and Boston College.
Dr. Miles received her PhD in Educational Research Measurement and Evaluation from Boston College.
Divyalok Chetan Sharma - Read biography
Director – Client Development, Pearson VUE
Heading Pearson VUE’s and Certiport’s India business, Divyalok is responsible for providing oversight to business development and programme management groups in relationship management, contract retention, programme management and financial growth initiatives. His focus is to grow business within existing accounts and new business targets in the certification, licensure and admissions space in India.
With over 18 years of proven track record of growing, leading and motivating teams, specifically in a sales and customer focused business, Divyalok has conceptualised, designed and managed assessment, certifications and training delivery solutions for some of the largest organisations in the world.
Under the auspices of Divyalok's strategic business decision making, he has been also involved in rollout of global programs and managed turnkey projects in the corporate market space. Divyalok has rich relationship management experience with customers and vendors in the USA, UK, Australia, Japan India, China and APAC (Asia Pacific).
His earlier stints have been with well known organisations including NIIT and C-DAC.
An avid bibliophile, Divyalok diligently follows and practices spirituality.
Unable to attend the event?
The workshop is the best place to discuss the results of the report and learn how to apply them to your organisation, however if you are unable to attend, register your details here and we will send you the report after the event.