Professional Development Division

The Professional Development Division focuses on developing and expanding the knowledge, skills, and abilities of NCTA members through the annual conference, the e-journal, the NTCTA Digest e-journal, book discussions, and webinars.

Theresa Beebe Novotny, Division Head
Georgia Southern University

Lisa Borre, Co-Division Head
Volunteer State Community College

Annual Conference

The annual conference is NCTA’s major professional development activity that provides participants an opportunity to present and discuss issues related to testing. There are multiple subcommittees that assist with organizing and hosting the conference.

Journal of the National College Testing Association (JNCTA)

The JNCTA is the only professional journal dedicated to the test development and administration issues affecting college testing offices.

The NCTA Digest

The NCTA Digest features articles, book reviews, and opinion pieces submitted by NCTA members, providing valuable professional insights and fostering a strong sense of community within our association.  Members can submit articles, book reviews, and opinion pieces to the Digest.

The Digest Editor - Volunteer Position is posted to find the first editor

 

Webinars

Webinars deliver professional development presentations to the members of NCTA. These presentations are archived and available for viewing on demand through the website.

NCTA Book Study

Book studies are hosted in the fall and spring each year.  Members purchase the book being discussed and meet over 4-5 weeks to discuss the book's concepts. These sessions are not recorded or shared. If any member or corporate partners would like to serve as the moderator who selects the books and leads the discussion, please contact the professional development division head.