The Future of Assessment in HPE: Trust, Technology & Transparency

About the Webinar

The webinar explored the evolving landscape of assessment in Health Professions Education (HPE), highlighting the growing importance of trust, technology, and transparency in ensuring fair, meaningful, and high-quality learner assessment. Participants examined how digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are reshaping assessment practices, creating new opportunities while also introducing challenges related to validity, ethics, and accountability.

The session focused on the principles of trustworthy assessment, the role of technology and AI in improving educational outcomes, and the importance of transparent, evidence-informed practices that support learner development while maintaining public confidence in healthcare education. Attendees also discussed practical strategies for implementing ethical and reliable assessment approaches within modern health professions education.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the webinar, participants were able to:

• Explain the key principles of trustworthy assessment in Health Professions Education (HPE), including validity, reliability, fairness, and accountability.
• Evaluate the benefits, opportunities, and potential risks associated with the use of technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in educational assessment.
• Recognize the importance of transparency, ethical governance, and quality assurance in strengthening stakeholder confidence and trust in assessment decisions.