1. Choose the speed that suits your organisation

If you decide to digitise, think carefully about how you will do so. Digitisation obviously requires an investment, but you can opt for a phased approach. For example, you could start by digitising version exams (this requires a minimal investment in question banks) and administer them at fixed times. It is perfectly fine to start small and introduce digital assessment in phases.

If you have already taken a number of steps or if you prefer to make a complete transition to digital testing, please download our checklist so as not to forget anything.

2. Ensure you have suitable software

Look for software that has all the elements that are important for testing within your organisation. There is a wide range available, and certain parts of the testing process within your organisation may already be automated. In that case, opt for separate ‘additional’ modules to complete the entire process. to support digitally.

Please note: Online learning is not enough

Learning Management Systems (LMS) are widely used to facilitate distance learning. However, recognising, assessing, or certifying acquired knowledge is another matter entirely. This requires specific end-to-end assessment software that covers the entire assessment process and is both scalable and stable. In addition, you want to be able to run underlying analyses and have complete confidence in the security of the system. Although an LMS often offers the possibility of (formative) testing, a summative assessment additional requirements. Read also about the comparison of an LMS and assessment system.

3. Create the optimal testing experience

Ensure that you focus on user-friendliness, safety, and reliability. This will ensure that testing remains an enjoyable activity for everyone involved. Manage all elements with creativity and flexibility. optimal from acquisition (for the candidate) and development (for the test developer) to assessment (for the examiner).

6. Be alert to fraud

As long as candidates have an interest in doing so, fraud will continue to be an issue. Even though security techniques are rapidly evolving, it is worth considering how you can prevents exam fraud and how to act when a case of fraud occurs.

7. You can do it!

Last but not least: don't worry! There are many common myths about digital testing. For example, many people think that digital testing is expensive or that customisation is not possible. It's simpler than you think! We have 9 myths about digital testing listed them for you and explain why they are incorrect.

Basic principles for digital testing (Prepare yourself in just 7 steps)

Recently, the way in which assessments are conducted has changed dramatically. Ensure that you are never caught off guard again by preparing yourself as well as possible for the future. In just seven steps, you can also prepare your organisation to conduct digital assessments anytime, anywhere.