2024 programme

8:30am

Networking coffee

Enjoy refreshments and catch up with other delegates.

9am

Registration open

9.30am

Introduction

Host: Jim Crawford – Chief Commercial Officer, Surpass Assessment

9.40am 

Keynote – The four-step approach to creating the future of assessment

Dan Fitzpatrick – The AI Educator and Director at Thirdbox Ltd

In this keynote, author and strategist Dan Fitzpatrick will challenge us to move beyond linear innovation with AI and focus on actively creating the future of assessment. He presents a four-step approach: Scope, Shape, Influence and Align, designed to transform traditional practices.

10.40am 

Networking break and coffee

10.55am 

Surpass Showreel – 2024 at a glance

11am 

Company update

Andy McAnulla and Sonya Whitworth – Co-CEOs, Surpass Assessment

11.15am 

Digital General Qualifications: the story so far – Community Stories with AQA

Adam Foley – Head of Onscreen Strategy, AQA

Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.

11.35am 

Limited internet, no problem: Realistic accountancy simulations – Community Stories with SAICA

Nombuyiselo (Selo) Tsukudu – South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)

Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.

11.55am 

Building on the intersection of knowledge and skills: Delivering the NextGen BYOD Bar Exam – Community Stories with NCBE

Kara McWilliams – National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)

Join representatives from Surpass Community members as they take us through their assessment journeys and challenges.

12.15pm 

Lunch

1.15pm 

Quickfire Surpass update – the latest features from 2023/24 (part 1)

Emma Hall – Head of Business Development, Surpass Assessment
Georgie Jones – Assessment Specialist, Surpass Assessment

1.30pm 

Meeting the challenges of digital MFL assessment – Surpass Feature Spotlight with AQA

Adam Foley – Head of Onscreen Strategy, AQA

1.45pm 

Curriculum blueprint design – Surpass Feature Spotlight with NCBE

Kara McWilliams – National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE)

2.05pm – Breakout

Workshop – How classrooms are using AI for assessment

Dan Fitzpatrick – The AI Educator and Director at Thirdbox Ltd

In this hands-on workshop, Dan Fitzpatrick will demonstrate the essential skills needed to leverage ChatGPT and other AI tools for creating innovative assessments. Participants will learn practical techniques to maximise the potential of these technologies, focusing on designing more engaging and effective assessment. Additionally, Dan will showcase the latest edtech assessment tools that are revolutionising classrooms.

Surpass hands-on

Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.

2.50pm 

Networking break and coffee

3.10pm  – Breakout

LOFTY ambitions – it’s not all or nothing: Working towards LOFT with steady progression – Innovative Insights with Dainis & Co.

Amanda Dainis – CEO and Lead Psychometrician, Dainis & Co.

Surpass hands-on

Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.

3.25pm  – Breakout

Surpass Test Delivery Services Update

Ceri Harper – Chief Services Officer, Surpass Assessment

Surpass hands-on

Try out new features in Surpass in our Interactive Room.

4pm

Plenary session – The great skills shift: preparing for the AI-driven job market

Host:
Jim Crawford – Chief Commercial Officer, Surpass Assessment

Panel:
Paddy Craven – Public Affairs, Partnership & Engagement Director, City & Guilds UK
Casey Johnson – Senior Director of Assessment and Psychometrician, Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA)
Shaun Robertson – Director of Education and Qualifications, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)

Don’t miss our expert panel debate as they explore the challenges of AI and its implications for the job market of the future, and ask your questions in our live Q&A.

5pm 

Finish

7pm 

Evening networking event: Join us for a historic show at the Royal Armouries

Don’t miss the fantastic Conference drinks reception and dinner!

Based at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds, the War Gallery provides a historic backdrop for this networking event. The Royal Armouries Museum is the UK’s national museum of arms and armour, with thousands of incredible objects, from ancient times to the present day, including Japanese samurai, iconic movie props and King Henry VIII’s armour!

Enjoy an exciting display of medieval fight techniques as armoured knights showcase their skills in a stunning Tournament Duel. Cheer for your chosen champion while enjoying reception drinks!

Book your place at this event as a free add-on when ordering your Surpass Conference tickets. There are limited tickets so don’t delay!