WHAT WE OFFER
The New Zealand Assessment Institute (NZAI) is an advocacy body focused on improving system capability in educational assessment. NZAI provides an authoritative voice that draws on a strong evidence-base of research and best practice. It is a non-profit, flexible, member-led organisation that fosters collaborative sharing amongst educators, leaders, researchers and policy makers who have interests in, and responsibility for, New Zealand assessment policy, research and practice.
NZAI is a culturally responsive, independent, evidence-based voice representing sound practice in assessment. It is improvement oriented and focused on contributing to an assessment capable education system.
NZAI News!
We’re celebrating the success of our National Assessment Conference 2025!
Delegates and presenters enjoyed two great days showcasing effective assessment practice. See details here.
And now NZAI is offering you the opportunity to join a collaborative network to problem-solve, contribute and develop proofs of progress through using assessment for learning. Go to our events page or email info@nzai.org.nz for more information on Partnerships for Proven Progress.
OUR PURPOSE
The purpose of NZAI is to support students and classroom teachers by building productive partnerships and quality assessment across the education system. It is a member-led organisation that fosters collaborative sharing amongst educators, leaders, professional development providers, researchers and policy makers interested in and responsible for assessment practice, policy or research.
Members share experiences and ideas, discuss and debate assessment matters, and develop and/or extend expertise related to assessment. Stronger connections between research, policy and practice will enhance system understanding and capability in educational assessment.
