Are you an industry leader with a passion for innovation? Do you enjoy celebrating outstanding achievements in transforming assessment practices? Are you ready to deep-dive into innovative projects shaping the future of learning and assessment?
If so, we want you on our prestigious judging panel for the eAA International e-Assessment Awards 2025...
Why join as a judge?
What's involved?
Our judges dedicate around 6–10 hours over the judging period to review submissions and participate in virtual discussions. You’ll collaborate with fellow professionals to ensure a rigorous and fair evaluation process. Plus, you’ll get to tell us your preference of categories that align with your interests and expertise.
You can read more about what is involved in our Terms of Reference document below - and if you have any questions, all you need to do is contact us here.
What's in it for you?
A Free Ticket to the Gala Dinner
Celebrate with us on Tuesday, 10 June 2025, at the awards gala, our token of appreciation for your efforts.
Professional Recognition
Your name and affiliation (if desired) will shine on our awards website and communications.
A Front-Row Seat to Innovation
Stay ahead of trends and connect with peers driving change in e-assessment.
What do we need from you?
Before stepping into this rewarding role, it’s important to understand what’s involved. We’ve outlined the key expectations below and ask all potential judges to read them carefully to ensure they can commit. Your time, expertise, and dedication are crucial to maintaining the integrity and fairness of the awards. Ready to help us celebrate the best in e-assessment? Let’s go!
We ask judges to commit to attending 2 panel meetings during the judging period. The dates and times for these panel meetings will be agreed by group poll upon confirmation of panel membership. Our timeline for the judging process is:
- Tuesday 4 February, 23:55 GMT - Judge applications close
- Thursday 20 February, 13:00 GMT - Judges' induction call with Chair of Judges', Matt Wingfield*
- 4 March - 23 March - First round submission reviews (using our online judging system, Evessio)
- 24 March - 28 March - First round online panel meetings (90-minutes) to decide shortlist
- 24 April - 8 May - Second round shortlist submission review
- 8 May - 15 May - Second round online panel meetings (90-minutes) to decide winners
- Tuesday 10 June - eAA International Awards Gala Dinner, London
*This call will be recorded, but we would recommend virtual attendance where possible
We’re seeking judges with a wealth of experience and knowledge in the e-assessment sector or related fields. Whether you’re a practitioner, researcher, policymaker, or technology innovator, your unique perspective and insights will help us identify excellence in submissions. You’ll be asked to assess entries against established criteria, considering their innovation, impact, and contribution to the field. This is your opportunity to apply your expertise and shape the future of e-assessment!
Passion drives progress, and we need judges who are genuinely excited about the advancements and possibilities in e-assessment. Are you curious about groundbreaking tools, methods, or approaches? Do you want to help celebrate the individuals and organizations pushing the boundaries of what’s possible? Your enthusiasm will energize the process, inspire your fellow judges, and ensure that the awards truly reflect the best of the industry.
As a judge, you’ll play a pivotal role in upholding the credibility and prestige of the awards. This means:
- Fairness: Reviewing each submission impartially and objectively, ensuring all entries are given equal consideration based on the criteria provided.
- Confidentiality: Keeping the content of submissions and panel discussions strictly confidential, respecting the trust of those who have entered the awards.
- Integrity: Declaring any conflicts of interest and recusing yourself from judging where necessary to maintain the process’s transparency and trustworthiness.
If you’re ready to share your time, expertise, and insights, we’d be delighted to have you apply and be part of this exciting journey!