Randy E. Bennett, Principal
Advancing the Science and Practice
of Assessment in Education

Gallery

Conference slide on the 1917 Army Alpha/Beta tests with portraits of early psychologists

Randy Bennett sitting in the audience at a conference at Beijing Normal University

Randy Bennett conversing with Shanghai Vice Mayor Weng Tiehui with interpreter behind

Randy Bennett at the podium at the University of Macau 2023 conference

Front page of Chinese education newspaper with picture of and article about Randy Bennett

Electronic board advertising Randy Bennett presentation at East China Normal University in Shanghai

Snapshots from talks, publications,
and workshops

AIM Assessment Innovation Matters

I speak, write, conduct research, and consult internationally on assessment innovations that matter: ones emphasizing equity and positive real-world impact that educators, policy makers, and the public can understand. Specializations include determining when innovation does and does not make sense, personalizing assessment through generative AI and non-AI means, responsibly incorporating AI into assessment, validity and fairness, socioculturally responsive assessment, formative assessment, and assessment research.

Randy Bennett speaking to reporters surrounded by microphones at a press

TV broadcast showing Randy Bennett and two colleagues on Azerbaijan TV discussing assessment

Media scrum with Azerbaijani journalists interviewing a suited Randy Bennett at an IAEA 2019 event

I focus on clarity and simplicity, making complex assessment ideas accessible and actionable.

Randy Bennett giving a talk at the University of Iowa titled “Socioculturally Responsive Assessment”

Projects

Showcasing key work shaping assessment innovation.

Photo collage showing conference room, Randy Bennett at podium, audience, and gift exchange

Featured Work

Recent activities include helping a major testing organization re-envision science performance assessment for its largest state assessment contract, serving on technical assistance committees for a major assessment consortium and one of the nation's largest school districts, being a member of a National Academy of Education committee designing a roadmap for the future of AI and assessment, and conducting research on personalizing assessment to enhance validity and fairness.

Upcoming

Join us at NCME 2026 in Los Angeles!

In Memory of Neil Dorans: A Life Dedicated to Equity and Fairness in Assessment, Thursday, April 9, 9:45-11:15, Westwood.

Designing an Assessment System to Support Meaningful Teaching and Learning, Friday, April 10, 9:45-11:15, K-Town.

Battle of the Presidents: Past and Future!, Friday, April 10, 3:30-5:00, Westwood.

Experience Matters

Over the years, I've partnered with educators and institutions around the world to rethink how assessments can help learners, educators, and policy makers enhance equity and impact through practical solutions intended to improve educational outcomes.

Curriculum Vita

Past Roles

Norman O. Frederiksen Chair in Assessment Innovation

Educational Testing Service

2010 - 2025

Led projects integrating advances in the learning sciences, technology, and measurement to produce innovative assessment models intended to enhance equity and educational impact.