Open Books and Proceedings

The 40th Annual Conference of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA), hosted by Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training, marks a significant milestone in fostering dialogue and collaboration among education stakeholders across the continent. Held from August 19–23, 2024, at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, South Africa, this year's conference brought together experts, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners under the theme: Reimagining Educational Assessment in the Age of Multiple Dimensions of Learning in a Global Society. This Book of Proceedings contains a selection of high-quality papers that have undergone a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, ensuring academic integrity and relevance to the conference theme. The papers explore critical topics such as digital pedagogy, non-traditional learning assessments, and strategies to enhance the quality and accessibility of education in the face of global challenges. We extend our sincere gratitude to the keynote speakers, workshop presenters, and the Conference Abstract Review Committee for their dedication and expertise in shaping this event. Special thanks are due to the reviewers for their valuable contributions in refining the manuscripts and to the editors for their diligent efforts in producing this proceedings volume. As an affiliated member of the AEAA, Umalusi takes pride in facilitating this platform for robust discussions and knowledge sharing. We trust that this collection of papers will contribute to advancing educational assessment practices, inspire innovation, and foster collaboration within and beyond the African continent.

Matsie Agnes Mohale (PhD)
Conference Chair