- Within the next 2-3 years, Virginia Tech plans to continue using LEAP essential learning outcomes and authentic assessment while also shifting to more qualitative measures and balancing quantitative measures. - Looking further out, Virginia Tech will explore emerging trends like learning analytics and degree qualifications profiles, keeping an eye on transparency frameworks and calls to redefine higher education and assessment. - In the long term, Virginia Tech may see assessment transformed by advances like artificial intelligence, augmented intelligence, and a possible social network for networked, personalized assessment across departments and institutions.