E-learning and e-assessment
BSI is a leading contributor to standards development in IT for learning, education and training, focussing on standards for metadata in learning technology, interoperability for computer systems and between content and learning management software, online delivery of assessments, and student identifiers.
These are the current standards:
- BS 8426 A code of practice for e-support in e-learning systems
- BS 8419-1 Interoperability between metadata systems used for learning, education and training. Code of practice for the development of application profiles
- BS 8419-2 Interoperability between metadata systems used for learning, education and training. Code of practice for the development of interoperability between application profiles
- BS 7988 Code of practice for the use of information technology (IT) in the delivery of assessments
- BS 8426 A code of practice for e-support in e-learning systems
- BS ISO/IEC 24703 Information technology. Participant identifiers
- This International Standard specifies the datatype of participant identifiers in learning, education and training. Participants may be users, teachers, agents, groups, organizations, institutions, etc.
- BS 8788 UK Lifelong Learner Information Profile (UKLeaP) in 3 parts.
You can find information about the technical committee that develops these standards here.
How you can get involved
We welcome your participation in developing standards - in these areas or in other areas you feel are important. If you have suggestions for new standards or have expertise and are willing to represent your institution or an education organisation we would be happy to talk to you.
Contact details
Education Executive
BSI British Standards
389 Chiswick High Road
London W4 4HS
Email: education.info@bsi-global.com
Tel: 020 8996 7534