Podcasts

Welcome to the launch of our new podcast “And it matters because….”, a regular discussion exploring how integrity, technology, and politics shape the future of education, the workforce, and assessment. In our first episode, “Does Cheating REALLY Only Hurt the Cheater?! “, we share why we started, provide insights on the impact of cheating, and welcome our guest – Ray Nicosia – to play a round of “Never Have I Ever – The Integrity Edition”.

Join us as we unpack the growing “business of cheating,” showing how academic dishonesty and cheating on certification and licensure exams has evolved into a global, multi-million-dollar industry. Our speakers trace its roots from ancient exam fraud to today’s tech-enabled cheating services, amplified by online learning, remote proctoring, and AI. A key focus is the work of the Credential Integrity Action Alliance (CIAA), which is leading efforts to combat these practices through legislative reform and awareness. The episode makes clear that this issue goes far beyond education—impacting workforce readiness, public safety, and trust in credentials—and calls for urgent, collective action to protect learners and uphold integrity.

In this episode of the And It Matters Because podcast, hosts Rachel Schoenig and Jarret Dyer are joined by special guest Claire McCauley to explore the connection between cybersecurity and academic integrity. Together, they discuss why protecting assessments from evolving digital threats is essential to maintaining fairness, trust, and credibility in education.

How is AI changing the future of assessment? In this episode of And it matters because…, Jarret Dyer and Rachel Schoenig sit down with Tim Burnett, Founder of the Test Community Network. They discuss the growing role of AI in testing and what it means for assessment professionals today. From AI-powered development tools and emerging LMS security risks to the increasing sophistication of threats, Tim shares practical insights on staying ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The conversation also highlights the power of collaboration and community in helping the industry adapt, innovate, and maintain the integrity of assessments.

As AI continues to reshape the assessment landscape, protecting the credibility of credentials has never been more important. In this episode, Bryan discusses how emerging technologies like AI and deepfakes are challenging exam security, the growing threat of organized fraud, and what assessment organizations are doing to preserve trust in the credentials that support careers, public safety, and professional competence. Tune in to learn why credential integrity matters more than ever in an AI-driven world.