Call for Abstracts

Umalusi invites high-quality papers to be presented at the 40th AEAA conference, to be held from 19 to 23 August 2024. The submitted abstracts should align to the conference theme: Reimagining educational assessment in the age of multiple dimensions of learning in a global society. The abstracts should, specifically, address issues outlined in the associated sub-themes, which are as follows:


  • 1. Accessibility, credibility and accountability through digital assessments.
  • 2. Assessing and quality assuring non-traditional learning experiences.
  • 3. Ensuring assessment data security and maintaining ethical standards.
  • 4. Partnership strategies for enhancing learning outcomes and accessibility.
  • 5. Transitioning to digital assessment in high-stakes examinations.
  • 6. Research and policy for improvement of assessment practices.
  • 7. The role of assessment in improving accountability and quality of education provision.

ABSTRACTS SUBMITTED SHOULD ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

The Conference Abstract Review Committee will accept the authors'original work in the following format:


  • a) 350-word abstract
  • b) Author(s) (name, organisation & email for each one)
  • c) Title
  • d) Sub-theme
  • e) Abstract
  • f) Keywords

    Once the notification of acceptance has been received, submit the full paper and presentation in the following format:

  • a) Font type: Times New Roman 12 pt
  • b) Line spacing: 1.5
  • c) APA Reference Style
  • d) Name of the main presenter (please note you can only be the main presenter for one paper during the conference)