James Elwick

James Elwick, Associate Professor at the Department of Science, Technology and Society, explores the intriguing world of Victorian examinations and the rise of standardized testing. He discusses how achievement tests became standardized in the 1850s, revealing both the aspiration for merit and the prevalence of cramming and cheating. Elwick highlights how these tests evolved from neutral recordings of ability to powerful tools shaping education. He also addresses the role of women in claiming academic parity through exams and hints at his upcoming research on cheating and academic integrity.