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Thomson Prometric Shares Best Testing Practices at Association of Test Publishers Conference

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Thomson Prometric Shares Best Testing Practices at Association of Test Publishers Conference

 

Baltimore, Md. – January 23, 2004 – Thomson Prometric, the global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment services and part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC), today announced its participation in the fifth annual Association of Test Publishers (ATP) conference.  This year's event, Technology in Testing:  Advancements and Best Practices, includes workshops, general sessions and informative keynote presentations, more than 70 breakout sessions, poster sessions and networking activities.

 

The ATP event is organized for test developers, publishers, sponsors and delivery vendors as well as users of educational, employment, organizational, psychological and certification testing, informational and educational technologists, training managers considering utilizing technology in testing programs and any professional interested in testing technology.

"As the global industry leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment services, we are looking forward to our participation in the ATP conference," said Alison Indrisano, Thomson Prometric senior vice president of Client Services and Support.  "This event is a great opportunity for us to share our expertise and also to learn and fully participate in the conference sessions with the goal of further developing our industry."

Thomson Prometric will be leading and participating in the following informational breakout sessions:

 

  • Detecting and Preventing Fraud:  Security Issues for Testing Programs, Monday February 2:  12:30pm – 3:00pm

Jack Killorin, Thomson Prometric vice president of Global Security, along with other industry experts will discuss methods for effective detection and prevention of theft and fraud during computer-based testing.  Participants will leave the session with the ability to assess security issues, identify security risks and understand legal considerations regarding testing security.

 
  • How to Select a Vendor for Computer-based Test Delivery, Monday February 2:  12:30pm – 3:00pm

Christopher Crowhurst, Thomson Prometric vice president of Enterprise Architecture along with four other computer-based test delivery vendors will share information about those vendors' core competencies in the areas of test development, test delivery and data management. 

 
  • Keynote Session:  Titans of Testing, Tuesday February 3:  8:30am – 9:30am

Adam Kapel, Thomson Prometric vice president of Global Strategic Services and Marketing, along with other senior executives from testing organizations will present his views and insights on Technology in Testing:  Advancements and Best Practices.

 

  • CPAs and the Road to Computer-based Testing, Tuesday February 3:  11:00am – 12:00pm

David Ginsburg, Thomson Prometric director of Client Services, along with speakers from the AICPA and NASBA will discuss the CPA examination conversion from paper and pencil to computer-based format.  The presentation will explore the conversion's impact on candidates, acceptance by state boards, industry needs and the importance of collaborating with all stakeholders for a successful conversion. 

 

  • Using the Internet for Secure Robust Assessments, Tuesday February 3:  2:45pm – 3:45pm

Christopher Crowhurst, Thomson Prometric vice president of Enterprise Architecture, will discuss technologies for overcoming the security, latency and bandwidth variability issues inhibiting use of the Internet for consistent delivery of content and services requiring control of refresh and navigation times. This is especially true of assessments delivered over the Internet.

 

  • Designing Validity in Testing Systems, Tuesday February 3:  4:00pm – 5:00pm

Thomson Prometric's Brian Adams, director of Development, Dr. Paul Jones, senior scientist, and Russell Smith, psychometrician, will share an approach to overcoming the challenges involved in validating tests through the use of a holistic testing system.

 

  • Poster Session:  Multimedia-Enhanced Assessment, Tuesday February 3:  5:00pm – 6:00pm

David Meissner, Thomson Prometric executive director of Test Development, will explore the processes and procedures used to develop a multimedia exam.  Attendees will have the opportunity to view a demo of cutting edge multimedia item types.  Mr. Meissner will explain how these concepts and technologies can be used to improve the value of a testing program.

 

  • eLearning Technology Assessment Standards:  Update and Adoption, Wednesday February 4:  8:45am – 9:45am

Christopher Crowhurst, Thomson Prometric vice president of Enterprise Architecture, and other industry experts will provide an overview and update of the status of eLearning technology standards and their adoption as they relate to assessment.

 

  • Maintaining Validity in Testing Systems, Wednesday February 4:  10:00am – 11:00am

Thomson Prometric's Donald Boucher, vice president of Government Business Development, and Dr. Paul Jones, senior scientist, will discuss the development, data analysis, reporting and test maintenance processes that support and maintain test validity and reliability.

 

  • The Integrated Uses of Multimedia in Computer-based Testing, Wednesday February 4:  10:00am – 11:00am

David Meissner, Thomson Prometric executive director of Test Development, will explore the use of multimedia in the delivery of performance-based items.  The integrated use of audio/video clips, simulations of "real world" activities and the implementation of external software applications will all be demonstrated.

 

The event's keynote speakers were selected based on their industry expertise and to share current and future trends in testing.  Ralph Alvarez, chief operating officer of McDonalds Corporation, USA will cover the importance of using testing to qualify employment, verify job knowledge and assess job readiness.  And Marten Roorda, chief executive officer of CITO, The Netherlands will offer attendees a European view of computer-based testing trends and its future.

 

The ATP annual conference is scheduled for February 2-4, 2004 at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort in Palm Springs, Ca.  For more information about the event and to register, visit http://www.designingeventsonline.com/ATPcon2004/static_04/index.html.

 

About The Thomson Corporation and Prometric
The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2002 revenues from continuing operations of $7.5 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers. Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to more than 20 million users in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, higher education, reference information, corporate training and assessment, scientific research and healthcare. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson has approximately 43,000 employees and provides services in approximately 130 countries. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC). Its learning businesses and brands serve the needs of individuals, learning institutions, corporations and government agencies with products and services for both traditional and distributed learning. 

 

Thomson Prometric (www.prometric.com) is the global leader in technology-enabled testing and assessment services for information technology certification, academic admissions and professional licensure and certifications. Thomson Prometric delivers standardized tests for 300 clients, in 26 languages, over the Web or through a global network of testing centers in 134 countries. Based in Baltimore, Md., Prometric employs 3,000 employees worldwide.

 

 

 

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