AERC celebrates first publication from the International Consortium of Assessment and Feedback Centres (iCAFE)

The Assessment & Evaluation Research Centre (AERC) is proud to announce the first publication arising from the work of the International Consortium of Assessment and Feedback Centres (iCAFE), a global collaboration of leading scholars in assessment and feedback research.

Bringing together researchers from Australia, Canada, Italy, Norway, Singapore, and the United States, iCAFE was established to address emerging challenges and opportunities in educational assessment and feedback. A key focus of the consortium is examining how advances in artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to strengthen learning and improve educational outcomes for all learners.

The consortium’s inaugural publication, led by Professor Anastasiya A. Lipnevich, provides a comprehensive overview of the rapidly expanding field of AI-driven feedback in education:

Lipnevich, A. A., Florentin, C. A., DeLuca, C., Nukpetsi, E., Rickey, N., Hopfenbeck, T., Carter, E., & McGrane, J. A. (2026). Mapping the landscape of AI-driven feedback in education: A scoping review. Frontiers in Education: Assessment, Testing and Applied Measurement, 11(1799346). https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2026.1799346

The publication represents an important milestone for iCAFE and demonstrates the value of international collaboration in addressing complex educational challenges. By drawing on expertise from multiple countries and disciplinary perspectives, the consortium aims to generate evidence that informs policy, practice, and future research in assessment and feedback.