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diverse legal profession.  \nNCBE is developing the next generation of the bar exam, guided by the results of a comprehensive, empirical three-year study and consistent with testing industry professional standards. Implementation will be conducted in a collaborative manner, informed by input from and participation by stakeholders. This timeline provides a high-level overview of the process that will bring the new exam from concept to reality.  \n2021  \n 9  Q2 2022–Q4 2023  13 Q1 2024–Q4 2024   \n 8  Q1 2022–Q4 2023  14 Q1 2024–Q1 2026  \n 7  Q3 2021–Q1 2023  10 Q2 2023–Q4 2023  15   Q3 2024–Q4 2024  \n6  Q3 2021–Q2 2022  \n 5  Q3 2021–Q2 2022  \n4 Q2 2021–Q1 2022  \n16  Q1 2025  \n 11  Q4 2023  \n17  2026   \n 12 Q4 2023–Q4 2026  \n3  2021–2026  2  2021–2026  1  2021–2026  \n2022 2023 2024 2025 2026  \nEnsure validity, reliability, and fairness in test development, delivery, and scoring (2021–2026)  \nConduct analyses to ensure fairness for diverse populations of candidates and accessibility for candidates with disabilities (2021–2026)  \nDevelop IT systems to support all exam-related processes (2021–2026)  \nDetermine scope of knowledge and skills to be assessed and publish Content Scope Outlines (Q2 2021–Q1 2022)  \nDetermine forum for in-person computer delivery (Q3 2021–Q2 2022)  \nDevelop and evaluate prototypes of new item types and item sets (Q3 2021–Q2 2022)  \nDevelop scoring and grading processes (Q3 2021–Q1 2023)  \nConduct pilot testing of prototype items (Q1 2022–Q4 2023)  \nPublish sample items as pilot testing is completed (Q2 2022–Q4 2023)  \n10  \n11  \n12  \n13  \n14  \n15  \n16  \n17  \nDevelop test administration policies and procedures (Q2 2023–Q4 2023)  \nPublish test administration policies (Q4 2023)  \nPublish study aids as available (Q4 2023–Q4 2026)  \nField test prototype of exam (Q1 2024–Q4 2024)  \nAssist jurisdictions with rule amendments and other changes to transition to the new exam (Q1 2024–Q1 2026)  \nPrepare and publish final test content specifications that include final exam design and other information (Q3 2024–Q4 2024)  \nStandard setting exercise to assist jurisdictions in setting passing scores (Q1 2025)  \nTarget for administration of new exam (2026)  \nSee page 2 for Glossary of Terms.  \nGlossary of Terms  \nItem Set. A collection of test questions (items) based on a single scenario or stimulus such that the items pertaining to that scenario are developed and presented as a unit. Item sets can be developed so that all items within a set are of the same format or of different formats.  \nDevelop and evaluate prototypes. Process for reviewing, critiquing, and revising early drafts of new item formats before and after pilot testing. Process for reviewing, critiquing, and revising early drafts of new item formats and related test materials as warranted (e.g., scoring rubrics) . The purpose is to determine whether the item format should proceed to next stage of development and pilot testing.  \nPilot Testing. A small-scale administration of early drafts of new item formats under semi-realistic conditions to small groups of law students and/or recently licensed practicing lawyers.  \nField Testing. A large-scale administration of finalized new items under realistic conditions to a large and representative sample of students or recently licensed lawyers for the purpose of determining the operational feasibility of the items and format and to obtain estimates of item performance statistics.","cbCaiuF2mSzKiLv7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiuF2mSzKiLv7","pdf",138591,"English","# 2021–2026 Development Focus\n## Test development: validity, reliability, fairness, and accessibility\n## IT systems and scope of knowledge/skills\n## Prototypes, pilot testing, and sample items\n## Test administration policies and study aids\n## Field testing, jurisdiction transition, and final specifications\n## Standard setting and target administration (2026)\n# Glossary of Terms\n## Item set\n## Developing and evaluating prototypes\n## Pilot testing\n## Field testing","[{\"question\":\"What are the core goals of the next-generation bar exam timeline (2021–2026)?\",\"answer\":\"The timeline aims to ensure validity, reliability, and fairness in test development, delivery, and scoring, while also addressing accessibility for candidates with disabilities.\"},{\"question\":\"Which activities cover prototype and evaluation work before broader rollout?\",\"answer\":\"It includes developing and evaluating prototypes of new item types and item sets, conducting pilot testing of prototype items, and publishing sample items once pilot testing is completed.\"},{\"question\":\"How does the document describe the difference between pilot testing and field testing?\",\"answer\":\"Pilot testing is a small-scale administration under semi-realistic conditions to small groups, while field testing is a large-scale administration of finalized new items under realistic conditions to a large, representative sample to assess operational feasibility and item performance statistics.\"}]","Implementing the Next Generation of the Bar Exam - 2021-2026 Timeline | PDF",1789948681]