Item Bank 2018-2020
Department For EducationEstimated Value
Up to £105,600
Deadline
18 October 2017
Published
1 February 2019
Type
services
Overview
Item bank database to support delivery of the National Curriculum Assessments and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the test development process. The Item Bank is a web-based database designed to provide secure storage and version control of all questions, items and supporting materials produced during the test development process. The Item Bank records data and evidence gathered from external expert reviews and trials in schools over a three year process to ensure that the questions are fit for purpose and to inform construction of the live tests.
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Department for EducationKey Dates
Published
1 February 2019
Submission deadline
18 October 2017
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