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Contract cheating, the outsourcing of student work to a third party, is a phenomenon which shows no sign of slowing down in 2025. In fact, recent research suggests that these services have rendered 8-9% of university degrees unreliable, a shocking statistic which highlights the need for urgent action. With advancements in AI, these platforms have become even more sophisticated, offering highly personalised services. By mimicking students' writing styles, they produce bespoke essays that often evade plagiarism detection tools. In this blog piece for VICTVS, Katherine Barnett considers the rapid spread of these platforms, how they impact academic integrity, and what should be done to combat them. Read the full article at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gbdVgBRk #assessment #education #academicintegrity

Last month, VICTVS attended the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) 2024 Conference, Exhibition & Awards conference. As longstanding attendees of FAB, VICTVS returned this year to host a coffee bar, where we had the opportunity to engage with attendees, share insights about our services, and discuss the evolving future of education and assessments. In addition to hosting our booth, our team attended several insightful talks on assessments, technology, and AI in education. Drawing on her background in digital rights and cybersecurity, our marketing team member Katherine B. reflected on day one of the conference in a recent blog post, highlighting the need for deeper discussions on app safety and cybersecurity in schools—especially with the increasing use of AI apps and platforms by students.   For a comprehensive recap of the first day of the event, and a personal take on the key discussions, read our blog post at the link below. https://lnkd.in/eRfz3GZJ #EdTech #FAB2024 #AppSafety 

In our latest edition of Revision Notes, we reflect on the year’s biggest themes and the most interesting news stories from the education and assessment space. Our host Katherine B. sat down with global tech specialist and consultant Geoff Chapman to discuss the year’s key stories, including: ·      Ofqual’s concerns surrounding the digital exam rollout ·      The 95% increase in pupil’s with SEN requests in England’s schools ·      An invigilator's claim of spotting just three cheats in 25 years. We also discussed Geoff’s predictions for the year and what he would like to see from the sector going forward in 2025. Click below to watch the episode in full, or listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. To read more of Geoff’s insights, you can connect with him on LinkedIn (geoffchapman.com) and via his website: geoffchapman.com https://lnkd.in/ebvgFZ8K #EdTech #EducationNews

Thank you VICTVS for covering such an important topic on this International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 👏 And well done to our superstar colleague Lucy Mann for this insightful interview. If you work for a business that needs help tackling and preventing worker exploitation in your business or across your supply chain, please get in touch with Lucy or one of our team: https://lnkd.in/eg27CxCK

According to the Global Slavery Index, a shocking 50 million people are currently living in modern slavery worldwide, with 10 million of those being children.  The reasons for this are numerous, with the Global Slavery Index citing complex conflicts, widespread environmental degradation and the economic and social impact of Covid 19 as just some contributing factors.   In this edition of The VICTVS Podcast, we discuss this complex and challenging issue with help from our expert guests Lucy Mann and Marija Jovanovic. Working with British charity Unseen UK, Lucy Mann helps businesses look out for and prevent modern day slavery within their supply chains. With a background in law, Marija Jovanović is a researcher at the @Bonavero Institute of Human Rights and the Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre (PEC). Her work aims to enhance people’s understanding of modern slavery and transform the effectiveness of the law and policies designed to address it. Join our hosts, Xanthe Mitten and Katherine B., to find out more about modern slavery and what we can do to monitor for and prevent it. Watch the full episode at the link below and let us know your thoughts in the comments.  https://lnkd.in/eJKd9XdQ VICTVS Assured works to provide Ground Truth Reporting to clients around the world. We help our clients achieve ESG compliance, which includes spotting and stopping modern day slavery. Visit us at www.victvsassured.co.uk to find out more. #abolitionofslavery #endmodernslavery #endslavery #internationaldayfortheabolitionofslavery 

End-to-End e-assessment services and Unified Assessment Solutions both offer robust digital assessment approaches, but which is right for your organisation? End-to-End offers flexibility and customisation, ideal for managing the full lifecycle of specific exams. On the other hand, Unified Assessment provides scalability, standardisation, and powerful data analytics for diverse assessment types. Choosing the best solution depends on factors like assessment complexity and volume. Explore more in our latest blog post to find out which fits your needs best. #Education #EdTech #FutureOfLearning https://lnkd.in/eMu7qzbY

The VICTVS Podcast is back with a bitesize new series!  We're excited to introduce our Revision Notes series, where hosts Xanthe and Katherine bring you the latest industry insights. In this first edition, we discuss the reliability of AI detection software, the pros and cons of digital exams, Bulgaria's new driving test exam limits, and much more.  Catch the full episode via our blog below, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. https://lnkd.in/e8ATvxPt #EdTech #Education  

In our latest blog post, we explore the role of "Supervigilators" in safeguarding high-stakes exams. These experts are entrusted with monitoring the main VICTVS invigilation workforce and ensuring that they are adhering to our rigorous standards, exam procedures and protocols. From combatting digital threats to maintaining strict invigilation standards, find out how these expert invigilators are redefining exam security on a global scale. Curious about the future of secure assessments? Read part 1 of our new blog series on exam security to discover the innovative methods transforming exam supervision.    #Education #EdTech #FutureOfLearning https://lnkd.in/e57EeCNX

Last week, Ofqual's chief regulator raised concerns about whether schools are prepared for the digitization of exams. From infrastructure issues to accessibility challenges, there’s a lot to consider before making the shift. In our latest blog post, we examine these concerns and explore the potential benefits of digital exams, from increasing accessibility to simplifying the lives of markers. Check out our full blog post at the link below. https://lnkd.in/eNt4S65s #Education #Edtech #GCSE #Ofqual 

New VICTVS Podcast Release! Join host Carly Culver, VICTVS CEO Ben Clayson and Kim Eggleton, Head of Peer Review & Research Integrity at IOP Publishing, in our latest podcast episode for a fascinating discussion on the growing issue of fraud, data and institutional complicity in academic publishing. https://lnkd.in/ee75YbiA #academicpublishing #IOPpublishing #academicwriting #torturedphrasing #papermills #academicintegrity #VICTVSpodcast #researchfraud