CONFERENCE PROGRAMME AND SCHEDULE
Sunday 24 August 2025
Arrival and Registration of Delegates at Skylight Hotel
AEAA Executive Committee (EXCO Meeting) – Separate logistics planning
Pre-conference Workshop1 by: Dr. Arnold, J. Brouwer, Integrating Competency Based Assessment and Informed Decision Making for Effective Learning Outcomes
Pre-conference Workshop 2 by: Prof Anil Kanjee, Assessment for Learning: Policy and Practice Implications for Scaling-up in African Schools
19:00 - 21:30 Welcome Cocktail at Skylight Hotel
Monday 25 August 2025
Opening Ceremony and Plenary Session: Chair: Dr Eshetu Kebede , CEO, EAES
Arrival and Registration of Delegates Continues
Ethiopia National Anthem and AU Anthem
Recognition of Delegates on Country Basis
Introduction and Welcome Remarks: Dr. Eshetu Kebede, CEO of EAES
Remarks: Prof. Birhanu Nega, Minster of Education
Remarks: Dr. Mafu S. Rakometsi, President of the AEAA
Launching of Common Continental Assessment Framework in Africa
Keynote Address: Dr. Dawit Mekonnen, Transforming educational assessment towards quality learning and informed decision making
Presentation: World Bank Ethiopia, The World Bank's contributions in strengthening educational assessment systems for data-driven decision making and policy formulation
Discussion about Keynote Speech and Presentations : Mr. Dan Odongo, CEO-Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), East Africa Representative
Session Chair: Dr. Agnes Mohale Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
Ms. Linda Pande
101. Transforming Classroom Assessment for Holistic Learning: Exploring Innovative Practices in Rural Schools of Mpika District, Zambia.
Zambia
1 Dr. Evaristo
Tukamuhabwa 2 Prof. Grace
Lubaale
102. From testing to transformation: Rethinking classroom assessment for 21st Century learning.
1 UNEB 2 Kyambogo
University
Prof.M. Basitere
& J. Minnie
103. Integrating Reflective Assessment in A Flipped Classroom Model for An Engineering Physics Course
University of
Cape Town,
South Africa.
Session Chair: Dr. Mokhitli Khoabane Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
1 Mr. Sitta Samson
& 2 Marandu
Daniel
201.Leveraging Digital Technologies to Transform Educational Assessment in Africa: Insights from the ALiVE Initiative
1 Milele Zanzibar
Foundation 2 University of Dar
es Salaam
Ayobode Mayokun,
AKINBULUMA
&Oriyomi
Olorunwa,
OLUBANWO
202. Effect of
Adoption of
Technology on
Candidates'
Performance in
the West
African Senior
School
Certificate
Examination
during the
Pandemic in
Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria
Mr. Nicolas
Dieteren
203. Testology
and
Technology:
how the human
factor can
leverage and
enhance the
use of AI in
making good
tests
The Netherlands
Session Chair: Ms. Diana Makau Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
1 Dr. Evaristo
Tukamuhabwa &
2 Dr. Bashir
Kishabale
301. Evaluating the Impact of Formative Assessment Intervention and Experiences of Secondary Teachers in Teaching HighOrder - Thinking Skills in Physics
1UNEB, Uganda
2Kyambogo
University
Mr.Kingtin
Kisamo*&
Safarath
Byabato
302. Teachers'
Practices and
Challenges in
Implementing
Formative
Assessment in
Tanzania's
CompetencyBased
Curriculum for
Secondary
Education
NECT, Tanzania
Ms.Rona
Kerubo
Kebati
303. The Early
Years School
Based
Assessment
Experience in
Kenya
Kenya National
Examinations
Council, Nairobi.
Kenya
Session Chair: Dr. Kidist Yohannes Facilitator: Dagne Assefa
Mr. Lucky Mkhonza,
Ms. Nomawethu
Dumezweni &
Nombulelo Sesi
Nxesi
401. Differentiate d Assessment implementation between Quintiles 1-3 and 4-5 Primary schools in South Africa: Teachers' perspectives.
Education Training and
Development Practices
Sector Education and
Training
Authority, South Africa
Daniel Alenyo,
402. Primacy and
Recency Effects in
Learning:
Teachers'
Perceptions and
Influencing
Factors of Slow
Learner
Performance in
Uganda
UNEB, Uganda
Mr. Geremew, Tamene
Deysmi* &
Prof. Dr. Steklács János
403. Language of
Instruction and
Its Influence on
Educational
Outcomes and
Cultural Inclusion
in Ethiopia: A
Systematic
Review
Páfrány utca 43 Pécs,
Hungary
Session Chair: Prof. Sarah Jane Howie Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Dr. Grace Ojonide
Onoja
501. Leveraging UTME Assessment Data For DecisionMaking and Accountability in Nigeria's Higher Education
JAMB, Abuja,
Nigeria
Dr. Caitlin Collis,
Mahlet Mairegu&
Hassen Hassen
Ahmed
502. Leveraging
Assessment Data
to Evaluate
Learning
Outcomes and
Inform Iterations
in a Structured
Pedagogy
Government
Accelerated
Learning Program
in Sidama,
Ethiopia
The Luminos
Fund, Ethiopia
Mr.Colin Watson,
Ms.Elizabeth Stubbs&
Ms.Theodora Ntoka
503. Leveraging
the National
Standardized Test
(NST) in Ghana
for SDG 4.1.1
Reporting and
National
Education
Accountability
Session Chair: Prof. Abebaw Yirga Facilitator: Dr. Girma Mekonnen
Namigadde Salimah
601. Examination Malpractice at HighStakes Examination of the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) in Luweero District
Uganda National
Examinations Board
Mr. Musa B.B. Conteh
602. Innovations and
Strategies to Combat
Examination
Malpractices
WAEC, Banjul, The
Gambia
Dr. Mohammed Aminu
Dr. Osariemen Evans*
Mr. Idowu Julius
Mrs. Ogedegbe
Bridget
Dr. Christine Ekojoka
Dr. Uba James
603. Combating
Examinations Fraud
with Innovative Digital
Technologies and
Ethical Practices in
Nigeria Technical
Colleges
NABTEB, Nigeria
Session Chair: Mr. Godfrey Waman Facilitator: Assefa Leta
1Ms.Jane Kamau,
2 Mr.Joseph K. Musyoki
3 Mr.Joseph Githinji
701. Championing recognition and certification for inclusive qualification pathways towards labour mobility and promotion in the informal sectorperspectives from the National Industrial Training Authority, Kenya
1,2National Industrial
Training Authority
(NITA), Nairobi, Kenya
3The Kenya National
KNEC, Nairobi, Kenya
Mr. Justine Kimena
702. Aligning TVET
Assessment with
Industry Standards:
Insights from a
Graduate Tracer Study
in Zambia
Aligning TVET
Assessment with
Industry Standards:
Insights from a
Graduate Tracer Study
in Zambia
Technical Education
Vocational and
Entrepreneurship
Training Authority
Lusaka, Zambia
Ms.Peragia F.
Bikongoro &
Visensia Kadege
703. Assessing
Teachers'
Implementation of
Formative Assessment
in Enhancing Students'
Achievement of
Vocational Education
Competencies in
Tanzania Secondary
Schools.
NECT
15:30 - 16:00 Tea Break
Session Chair: Dr Tolla Beriso Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
Dr.Kassa Michael, Prof.Ann O’Connell, Winnie Wilberforce, Dr.Mulugeta W/Michael, Fiseha Teklu, Meseret Teshome, Jackie Goodway Arya Ansari & Laura Justice
104. Assessing Teacher Instructional Practices and School Readiness in ECE Classrooms in Ethiopia
AAU, Ethiopia, Rutgers University, USA, The Ohio State University, USA
Dr. Tekalign Geleta Kenea
105. TeacherMade Tests’ Specificity and Sensitivity in Measuring Students’ Academic Performance at Ethiopian Public Universities: an Intervention Study
Naqamtee College of Teacher Education, Ethiopia
Prof. Abubeker Usman
106. Revisiting Educational Assessment and Examination in Teaching of History in the University System
Session Chair: Dr. Bonnqe Taolane Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
Mr. Abitew Asmare, Mr. Fikre Sahile, Mr.Marefu Lerebo & Mr.Wondwosen Eyesuswork
204. Assessmen t of the ComputerBased Testing (CBT) System in Ethiopia's Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination (2016 E.C./2024 G.C.): Practices, Challenges, and Future Prospects
EAES, Ethiopia
1Dr. Mohammed Dr. 1Dr. Aminu Mohammed 2Dr. Irene Ovekairi Iluobe, 3Irene Etarefe Ipogah*,4 Dr.Evelyn O. Egonmwan 5Dr.Adewumi Stephen
205. Awareness , Availability and Utilization of Digital Technological Tools in the Assessment of Students in Nigerian Technical Colleges
NABTEB, Nigeria
Dr Louisa Muparuri
206. AIPowered Examination Malpractice Detector
Session Chair: Dr. Muluken Ngatu Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
Mrs.Asobasi Immaculate Omal
304. Competen ce-Based Curriculum Assessment Approaches and Classroom Experience in Lower Secondary Schools in Eastern Region of Uganda
Uganda National Examinations Board
Fabious Karls Ambama
305. Restructur ing Educational Assessment Practices in Ugandan Secondary Schools: Bridging the Gap between 21st-Century Skills, Curriculum Objectives and Classroom Experiences
UNEB, Kamplala Uganda
Dr. Samuel M. Mutweleli
306. Adapting Scenario Based Assessments for School Based Assessment of 21st Century Skills: The ALiVE Experience
Zizi Afrique Foundation
Session Chair: Dr. Peter Alih Ibrahim Facilitator: Dagne Assefa
1Dr.Tapela Bulala & 2Dr.Simon Ntumi
404. Leveraging assessment data for equity in agricultural examination between urban and rural examinees in Botswana
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Botswana University of Education,Ghana
1Muhwezi Loy. K. Abaine & 2Mr. Muhwezi Mcbernard
405. Inclusive Assessment Strategies for Diverse Learners in Uganda’s TVET System.
1Ministry of Education and Sports – Uganda 2Uganda Vocational and Technical Assessment Board
Mr. Gaudence Kapinga
406. Understandi ng Inclusive Assessment: Perspectives and Practices in Basic Education for Diverse Learners in Tanzania
Regional Education
Learning Initiative
Africa (RELI Africa)
Session Chair: Dr. Nigus Tadese Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Mr.Simwinga Simwinga
504. The interplay between psychometric properties of items and Cognitive Levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy in assessment design: A case of five MCQ examination papers from the ECZ
ECZ, Zambia
Dr. Angela N. Obi
505. Leveraging Students' School Literacy Practices and English Composition Writing Assessment Data for Accountability and Decisionmaking in Lagos State, Nigeria
WAEC International Office, Lagos, Nigeria
Dr. Grace Ojonide
Onoja
506. Leveraging
UTME
Assessment Data
for Decision
Making and
Accountability in
Nigeria’s Higher
Education
JAMB
Abuja, Nigeria
Session Chair: Dr. Kiros Guesh Facilitator: Dr. Girma Mekonnen
Ms.Jemima Vanderpuije & Ebenezer N. Ankamah
604. Impact of Multiple Choice Randomization on Examination Malpractice at the Basic Education Certificate Examination in Ghana
The West African Examinations Council (Research, Hdqrs), Accra
Ms. Doreen Chilaka Kapoteza
605. Management System for Educational Assessment: A Case of Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)
Dr. Oladipupo m
Oladele
606. Strategies and
Types of Examination
Malpractices in Public
Examination in Nigeria
National Examinations
Council,Nigeria
Session Chair: Mrs. Mbogyamb Solly Facilitator: Assefa Leta
Mr.Gracian Leston Mkwapatira
704. An Assessment on the Perceptions of TEVET College Managers and Trainers Towards External Quality Assurance Systems in Malawi: A Case Study of Technical Colleges in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Ms. Eraphine Mukami
705. Evaluating Alignment of TVET Assessments with Industry Standards: A Case Study of Food and Beverage Management Assessments by the Kenya National Examinations Council
KNEC, Nirob, Kenya
Mr. Brain Nkoane
706. The Role of TVET
in Addressing Youth
Unemployment and
Promoting Economic
Development: A Case
Study of South Africa
17:30 – 17:35 Closing and Announcement
19:00 – 22:00 Welcome Dinners at Skylight Hotel
Tuesday 26 August 2025
Arrival and Registration of Delegates
Keynote Address: Prof Bahru Zewude, Historical African Education, Assessment and the Pan-African Ideal
Keynote Address: Dr. David Njengere , Competency based curriculum and assessment
Presentation: Dr Tamirie Andualem, National Examinations in Secondary Schools in Ethiopia: Validity and Achievement Disparity
Presentation: Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE), Launch of the Adapted Tuseme Model
Presentation: Qelem Meda, Solving African Education Challenges with African Innovation: the EMaCS Experience
Presentation: UNICEF Ethiopia, The Contribution of UNICEF in Strengthening Assessment Systems and Education Quality
Discussion about Keynote Speeches and Presentations: Chaired by Dr. Michael Chilala, Executive Secretary of AEAA, CEO-Examinations Council of Zambia
Session Chair: Mr. Shadreck Nkoya Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
Ms. Emmy M. Mugailwa
107. Classroom Assessment and the Acquisition of 21st Century Skills in among Primary schools in Kenya
KNEC, Kenya
Dr. Endalew Fufa
108. The Quality of School-Based Practices in Enhancing National Examination Achievement: A Contextual Case Study on Experiences in Secondary Schools of Ethiopia
Arsi University; Ethiopia.
Mrs.Mahabasheane Makhate
109. Investigati ng Geography Teachers’ Assessment Practices and Experiences on Fieldwork in Secondary schools in Lesotho
Examinations Council of Lesotho
Session Chair: Dr. William Kapambwe Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
Mr. Simbai Kapfunde
207. Unlocking the Benefits of Computerised Item Banking: Strategies to enhance exam quality
Dr. Zanele HW DubeXaba & Thabile A. Zondi
208. South African student teachers’ use of Artificial Intelligence tools and ethical considerations in responding to assessment tasks
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Mrs. Ojo-Odide Rosemary & Fanimokun Adebayo Ayo
209. Digital Transformation in WASSCE: A Comparative Study of PaperBased and Computer Based Assessment Approaches (2024 PC2)
WAEC, Nigeria
Session Chair: Ms. Sukai Jorbateh Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
Dr. Alfred D. Mdima
307. Improving Learning through Effective ClassroomBased Assessment: Insights from Primary Schools
NECTA, Tnazania
Mr. Bayiwayi Solomon & Murima. B Dzinotyiwei
308. Enhancing the Integrity of High-Stakes Science Practicals: The Role of ZIMSEC Science Kits in Standardizing Assessment in Secondary Education in Zimbabwe
ZIMSEC, Zimbabuwe
Mr. Moeketsi Rakhosi
309. Exploring Teachers’ and Learners’ Perceptions of Curriculum, Teaching and Assessment in Lesotho Advanced Secondary Certificate (LASC) Pilot Program
Examinations Council of Lesotho
Session Chair: Mr. Andrew Otieno Facilitator: Dagne Asefa
Dr. Malepa-Qhobela.
407. Exploring Teachers’ Perspectives, Practices and Challenges on Inclusive Classrooms Assessment in the Mainstream Classrooms
Examinations Council of Lesotho
Mrs. Margot MolHennion
408. Towards Equitable Learning: Designing Bilingual Assessment Frameworks for Multilingual Contexts
ELAN Working Group within the IFEF, Senegal
Ms. Rashida Salihu Safiyanu
409. Inclusive Assessment Practices to Address Diverse Learners' Abilities, Talents, and Competencies taking JAMB as a case study
JAMC, Bwari, Abuja
Session Chair: Mr. Augustine Aidokhai Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Mr. Eriot Kadubira*
507. Factors Associated with Academic Achievement of Primary School Learners in Numeracy in Uganda
UNEB
Mr Vonani Mabunda & Ms Annemarie Janse Van Rensburg
508. Qualification awarding and cross-border recognition: case studies from South Africa, Kenya and Ghana
South African Qualifications Authority,
Dr. Oliver Neuschmidt, Lale Khorramdel & Clara Wilsher Beyer
509. LaNA – A Novel Assessment to Inform Education Policy and SDG Reporting
IEA, Germany
Session Chair: Dr Teshome Nekatibeb Facilitator: Asefa Leta
Mr. Tumelo Motai
607. Investigating stakeholders’ perceptions on combating malpractice in Accounting at Lesotho General Certificate of Secondary Education
Examinations Council of Lesotho
Dr. Amos Josiah Dangut, Rosemary Ojo-Odide & Dr. Busari Atinuke R.
608. Mitigating Examination Malpractice through Technology: Assessing WAEC Nigeria's Migration from PaperBased to ComputerBased Examination
WAEC, Nigeria
Dr. Edward Masoambeta
609. Strategies and Innovations to Curb Malpractices for Paper and Pen-Based Examinations in Africa: A Systematic Review
Malawi National Examinations Board, Zomba, Malawi.
Session Chair: Dr. Zeleke Teshome Facilitator: Wondwosen Eyesuswork
Dr. Chilwalo Malupande & Mr. Ocean Matimba
707. Challenges and Opportunities in the Implementation of Prior Learning Assessments at the Technical Education Vocational Entrepreneurship Authority in Zambia.
Zambia
Ms. Saukwaeli E. Swai
801. Teacher Collaboration in Teaching and Assessment of Secondary School Learners in Tanzania
The National Examination Council of Tanzania
Dr. Mohammed A. Mohammed , Mr. Pius S. Osaigbvo, Dr. Philomena E., IroAghedo & Dr. Catherine I. Omeonu
802. Assessing the Consistency of Examiners’ Scoring in English Language and Mathematics of NABTEB Certificate Examination
NABTEB, Nigeria
15:30 - 16:00 Tea Break
Session Chair: Dr. Fekede Tuli Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
Mrs. Florence Mary Agola Buyinza
110. Effectiveness of Competency Based Assessment on Students’ Classroom Engagement in Secondary Schools in Uganda
UNEB, Uganda
D.Nampota, E.F. Chilunga, Mr.D.E.Masoa mbeta & Mr.A. Chimbalu
111. Investigating the impact of integrating College Based Assessment in National Examinations, the Case of Teacher Training Colleges in Malawi.
MNEB, Malawi
Adane Hailu, Mekuriaw Ayenew& Cherinet Aytenfsu
112. Mapping the pursuit of knowledge on educational assessment and evaluation practices: A bibliometric analysis of global trends and growth patterns
Dilla University, Ethiopia
Session Chair: Dr. Athian Athia Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
Mr. Pa Mahmud Kah, Abdoulie Minteh
210. Shift in Public Examination Landscape: Prospects and Challenges of West African Senior School Certificate Examination as Computer-Based Examination in The Gambia
WAEC, The Gambia.
Mr. DANKWA, Kwaku, ASARE, Eric & OFORI, Michael Safo
211. Prospects and Challenges of Conducting West African Senior School Certificate Examination As a Computer-Based Examination in Ghana
WAEC, Headquarters, Accra, Ghana
Mr. Bunmi Balogun
212. Leveraging Security-Driven Technology in Educational Assessment: Enhancing Quality Learning and Informed Decision-Making
Zunoma , UK
Session Chair: Dr. Tewedros Shewarega Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
Ms. Elizabeth Obade
310. Reporting learners’ competencies in Junior School, Kajiado North, Kenya
KNEC, Kenya
Dr. Sifiso Hlandze
311. Unpacking Teachers’ Perspectives on Aligning Highstakes Examinations to Curriculum and Classroom Experiences at the School Leaving Qualification in Eswatini
Examinations Council of Eswatini
Ms. Mary Malia
312. Are the National Senior Certificate (NSC) Examinations Predictable? Insights from Economics and Geography (2020–2024)
Umalusi
Session Chair: Mr. Takwi Mathew Ndohwiea Facilitator: Dagne Asefa
Ms. Digna Mushi & Safari Mosha
410. Inclusive Education: Are We on the Right Track? Insights from Sauti Zetu (Our Voice) Project in Tanzania
Mr.Joseph Gitonga Nyaga
411. Project-Based Assessment and Transition of Learners with Intellectual Disabilities: Kenyan Teachers’ Perceptions
KNEC, Kenya
Mrs. Doom Iyortyom* & Dr. Grace Ojonide
412. Inclusive And Digital-Driven Assessments: The Utme Approach In Addressing Diverse Learners’ Abilities’
Mrs. Doom Iyortyom* & Dr. Grace Ojonide JAMB, National Secretariat, Abuja, Nigeria
Session Chair: Dr. DJAH ADJAH Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Mrs. Esther Thomas Ajabu & Mpuya B. K. Malaba
510. Low Achievement of Students in Mathematics in the FTNA: What Story are the SIRA Reports Narrating?
NECTA, Tanzania
Mr.Job Thato Boikanyo
511. Evaluating Science JCE Item Parameters Using Item Response Theory: Insights from Botswana’s 2018 Examination
Botswana Examinations Council
Dr. Endale Getachew
512. The Use of Assessment Data for Decision-Making and Accountability: A Desk Review of Educational Assessment Data in Ethiopia, since 2000.
EAES, Ethiopia
Session Chair: Dr. Diriba Eticha Facilitator: Asefa Leta
Ms.Siphiwe Sibiya & Mr. Sibusiso Masuku
610. Investigating High Stakes Examination Invigilators’ Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices in Eswatini
Mrs.Florence Capuc Obong, Mr.Matthias Miti & Namadiba Sarah
611. Assessing the Effectiveness of Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB)’s Strategies in Curbing Examination Malpractice at the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) Level
UNEB
Ms. Wanican Julian Okello 1,* Ann Move Oguti 2 & Opio Henry Joe 1
612. EduChain: Leveraging Blockchain, Federated Learning, and AI Fraud Detection for Secure Competency-Based Assessment
1. UNEB, Department of ICT
2. Soroti University,
Session Chair: Dr. Serawit Handisso Facilitator: Wondwosen Eyesuswork
Dr. Jabulani Pato, Ms.Lindiwe Sibandze & Ms.Siphiwe Sibiya
803. Assessing HighStake Indigenous Languages Examination Standards in Selected Examination Boards in Southern Africa
Examinations Council of Eswatini
Ms.Betty Habaasa Nalukenge
804. Public Relations of Examination Bodies in Coordinating Assessment Standards: Perception of Teachers
UNEB. Uganda
Mr. Abeeb Ibrahim Adeyemi
221.The Impact of Jamb UTME Item Bank on Technology Integration and Test Administration in Nigeria Educational Assessment
JAMB, Nigeria
17:30 – 17:35 Closing and Announcement
19:00 – 22:00 Cultural Dinner at Skylight Hotel
Wednesday 27 August 2025
Excursion/Tour Excursion Page
Arrival and Registration of Delegates
Excursions /Conference Tour:
- Unity Park
- National Museum
- Adwa 00Km
14:00 - 17:00 Free Business Time
19:00 – 22:00 CEO Dinner
Thursday 28 August 2025
Arrival and Registration of Delegates
Keynote Address by Prof. Ann O’Connell: Data as Evidence: Implications for Building an Evidence-base in Education
Plenary session by UIS:
1. Harmonizing national assessments with global standards to enable reporting against the SDGs and better inform education policy: case studies from Lesotho and Rwanda, Panelist: Bernard Bahati & Maneo Mohale
2. Leveraging SDG 4 reporting data for decision-making and accountability: case studies from The Gambia, Kenya and Zambia Panelist: Andrew Gomez, Fatimata Hydara, Epha Ngota, Moonga Hakalyamba,Stephanie Templeton,Ursula Schwantne and Naoko Tabata
Plenary session by Tsegaye Lolaso Lenjebo and Bruce Oreh,IRC: Comprehensive Teacher Professional Development to Support Classroom Practices and Wellbeing
Discussion about Keynote Speech and Presentations: Chaired by: Prof. Ibrahim Danstani Wushishi, National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), West Africa Representative
Session Chair: Dr. Birhanmeskel Tena Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
Ms. Patricia
Omunyang’oli
113. Competency Based Assessments for Holistic Learning: A Case of Primary Schools in Kenya
KNEC, Kenya
Mr. Shemsedin
Mohammed,
Dawit Asrat &
Tiruwork Tamiru
114. Secondary
School Students'
Perceptions of
Classroom
Assessment
Fairness in
Ethiopia's
Benishangul
Gumuz Region
Bahir Dar
University,
Ethiopia
1Tonny Muzaale,
2John Paul Kasujja
&
3Francis Kasekende
115. Enhancing
Teaching and
Learning in Public
Universities in
Central Uganda:
The Role of
Alternative
Assessment
1UNEB
2,3Nkumba
University
Session Chair: Dr. Patrick Simalumba Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
Mr.Simeon Maganga
213. Analysis of
E-Registration
Policy
Formulation for
National
Examinations in
Malawi
Malawi
1Dr.Maduhu Mlyatu,
2Mrs. Margreth
Venaely,
3Daniel Sarungi,
4Sadick Mghase &
5Japhet Guyai
214. Leveraging
Jamii X-Change
Technology in
Educational
Assessment in
Tanzania
1,2.4.5NEKT, Tanzania
3 MICIT, Tanzania
Ms. Kagiso
Patronella Maule
215. Leveraging
Digital
Platforms to
Implement Pre
and Post
Examination
processes
Botswana
Examinations
Council
Session Chair: Dr. Rrashid Mukki Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
Dr. Deribie
Workineh
313. Alignment
of Classroom
Instruction with
Assessment:The
Role of
Professional
Teacher
Training & Years
of Teaching
Experience
Hawassa,
Ethiopia
Dr Bridget
Mutsvangwa
Mthembu
314. Assessmen
t of the
Implementation
of School-Based
Assessment in
Grade 12
Mathematics: A
Case of The
Gauteng
Province
Department of
Basic Education
in South Africa
South Africa
Dr.Deborah Rebecca
Kyazze
218. Leveraging
Gamification in
Technology-Based
Assessments:
Enhancing Student
Engagement in
Uganda's Vulnerable
Communities
Edusphere
Education
Consultancy
Session Chair: Mr.Matthias Miti Facilitator: Dagne Asefa
Dr. Waleed Bagadi
413. Evolving
Landscapes of
Accessibility in
Educational
Assessment: A
Decade-Long Analysis
of Cambridge
International Access
Arrangements (2015
2025)
Cambridge
International
Education, UK
Dr Matsie Agnes
Mohale
414. Towards an
Equitable
Qualification for
Learners in
Schools of Skills:
A Freirean
Perspective
Umalusi,
South Africa
Mr. Gifted Sabelo
Maziya
415. The Inclusive
Assessment
Conundrum
Examinations Council
of Eswatini
Session Chair: Dr. Ebba Mijena Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Mr. Biki Lepotaa
513. Looking closely
at learner
performance in
South Africa’s
National Senior
Certificate Home
Language
Examinations: 2014 - 2024
Umalusi, South
Africa
Ms. Evelyn
Maturure
514. ‘O’ Level
Mathematics
Quality Instruction
Enhancement
Strategy:
Application of
Zimbabthe
researcher School
Examinations
Council Examiners’
Examiners’ reports
in Secondary
Schools
ZIMSEC
Dr Hellen
Mkhwanazi &
Dr FE Khumalo
515. Understandin g and Implementing Promotion, Progression, and Condonation requirements in Mpumalanga Schools: Perspectives of Teachers and principals
South Africa
Session Chair: Mrs. Boitumelo Leloba Selerio Facilitator: Asefa Leta
Ms Funiwe Bikitsha
6.13. Surveillance for
Integrity: Leveraging
Real-Time Monitoring
to Protect High-Stakes
Assessments
Independent
Examinations Board,
South Africa
Mr. Zeru Seyoum
519. Teachers'
Professional
Development
Training Practice in
Higher Education
Institutions in
Ethiopia and Its
Spillover Impact
on Students'
Learning
Outcomes
Haramaya
University,
Ethiopia
Mengistu Girma
520. The nexus
between youth
involvement in
education and
irregular migration
to South Africa in
Hadiya, Ethiopia:
Situational and
Impact Analysis
Wachemo University,
Hossana, Ethiopia
Session Chair: Dr. Harriet Nalukwago Facilitator: Wondwosen Eyesuswork
Ms.Catherine
Masila*&
Joseph Githinji,
222. Driving Digital
Transformation in
Assessment: KNEC’s E
Assessment Journey in
Teacher Education for
Informed Decision
Making
KNEC, KENYA
Mrs. Aisha
Muhammad
223.Leveraging
Technology in
Educational
Assessment: Enhancing
Quality Learning and
Decision-Making
through Computer
Based Test in Nigeria
JAMB, National
Headquarters,
Bwari, Abuja
Opio Henry Joe
224.A Deep Learning
Framework for
Longitudinal Face-Based
Candidate Re
Identification in
Educational Assessment
Systems: A Case Study
of Uganda’s PLE and
UCE
UNEB, Kampala,
Uganda
15:30 - 16:00 Tea Break
Session Chair: Dr. Wako Geda Facilitator: Bekele Geleta
1Dr. Kassa Michael,
2Dr. Abraha Asfaw,
3Dr. Silvia
Diazgranados Ferrans
4Dr. Stephen
Bayley
5Jonathan Kwok
116. Measuring
Holistic Learning
Outcomes of
Refugee and
Ethiopian National
Children in the
Somali Region of
Ethiopia
1,2AAU
3,4,5IRC
Tewodros Asmare
117. The Practices
and Challenges of
Formative
Assessment in
Assuring Quality
Education in the
Secondary Schools
of Jimma Zone
Mattu University,
Ethiopia
Session Chair: Mr. Godslove Aluyi Facilitator: Abraraw Teka
Mr. Evance Witson
Kijallo
216. Incorporat
ing Information
Communication
s Technology
(ICT) in School
Based
Assessment in
Tanzania.
NECT, Tanzania
Dr. Phenyane
Tlali
217. The
Effectiveness of
the Electronic
Marking System
at Lesotho
General Certificate of
Secondary
Education: A Case
of Eklavvya
Electronic
Marking System
Examinations
Council of
Lesotho
Session Chair: Dr. David Nnabgere Facilitator: Ms. Diana Makau
Mr.Joseph
Ndunu Githinji
219..Enhancing
Feedback from
the Assessment
of Science
Practical
Subjects
through ICT
Integration; a
case if Kenyan
Teacher
Colleges.
KNEC, Kenya
Dr. Matanki
Mabeleng,
Mokhitli
Khoabane
220.Integrating
Smartphones
as Mobile
Learning Tools in the
Teaching,
Learning and
Assessment of
English
Language:
Perceptions of
Lesotho
Secondary
School
Teachers
Examinations
Council of
Lesotho
Session Chair: Mr. Japhet Guyai Facilitator: Dagne Asefa
Ms. Shilela
Nkadimeng
416. The Real
African Language-
insights for
assessments
Umalusi, South
Africa
Wondimagegn
Tesfaye
118. Exploring
authentic
assessment in
teacher
education:
perceptions, practices, and
barriers in three
colleges of
Southern Ethiopia
Hawassa University,
Ethiopia
Session Chair: Dr. Asrat Atsedewoin Facilitator: Arega Mamaru
Mr. Ngwenya
Mandla, Ms.
Nolwazi Ntombela,
Makhosazana
Nyoni &
Sibusiso Masuku
516. Enhancing
the Utilization of
Grade 9
Checkpoint
Assessment Data
in Eswatini
Secondary Schools
Examinations
Council of Eswatini
Busisiwe M
Mhlongo Somo
517. Are NSC
subjects becoming
less difficult?
Evidence-Based
Analytical
Hierarchy Process
Umalusi, South
Africa
Session Chair: Mr. Deogratias Mbatta Facilitator: Libeyin Teshome
Dr. Jemal Abdulkadir
518.USAID/LEGO
Foundation
Childhood
Development
Activity
Accelerated
School Readiness
Program: IDELA
Baseline-Endline
Assessment Study
Save The Children
Ethiopia
Session Chair: Dr. Degele Ergena Facilitator: Wondwosen Eyesuswork
Mrs. Alison
Rodrigues ,
Emma Walland
225.The validity of
virtual labs for assessing
science practical skills
Cambridge
University Press &
Assessment, UK
17:00 – 18:30 AEAA Business Meeting
19:00 – 22:00
Gala Night Dinner
Friday 29 August 2025
Arrival and Registration of Delegates
Keynote Address: Prof. Belay Tefera, AAU, Towards Transforming the Assessment Landscape in the New Millennium
Panel discussion with various stakeholders regarding educational assessment and beyond, Chaired by Dr. Kassa Michael, AAU
Conference Communiqué by the AEAA Executive Secretary
Closing Speech by the Honourable Minister of Education, Ethiopia
Interlude/Entertainment (Students’ Performance)
Departure