We’re committed to helping states and school districts design and implement assessment and accountability systems that support meaningful educational outcomes and student achievement.
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We help states and school districts design assessments and assessment systems that meet technical and policy goals to support student learning and for other critical uses.
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We’re a leader in designing and implementing accountability systems for states and school districts to meet key federal and state requirements that also support continuous improvement efforts.
Learn MoreWe help state and district education leaders design, implement, and evaluate assessment and accountability practices to improve student learning and increase equity in important educational experiences and outcomes.
We provide expert technical, policy and practical guidance to improve educational systems and student learning.
We work to improve assessment and accountability programs through policy, practical, and technical changes.
We build long-term relationships with our partners and tailor our recommendations to each local context.
Expansion of Groundbreaking Work Can Guide Implementation of Powerful Systems to Support Student Learning The National Academy of Education (NAEd) today released Reimagining Balanced Assessment Systems, which expands upon our […]
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Prestigious Panel Chooses New Members for Their Expertise in Education Research and Policy The National Academy of Education announced this week that 14 exceptional education leaders and scholars are elected […]
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The last few years have produced a groundswell of interest in improving our school accountability systems. Some suggest it’s necessary to fine-tune current practices. Others advocate sweeping reforms that pave […]
Read MoreThis study explores the effects of COVID-19 on academic growth and achievement in Hawaii schools, and strategies that school leaders used in the recovery from the pandemic. The calculations in […]
As a desired outcome of education, ethical thinking has roots in philosophy, developmental psychology, and political movements that advocate for developing knowledge, capabilities, and dispositions beyond those associated with traditional […]
Creative thinking is essential for career success in the information age. According to the World Economic Forum, creative thinking ranks as the fastest growing and second-most important skill among employers. […]
Do school accountability systems support effective school improvement practices? If not, where is the system breaking down and how can we fix it?
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An important new book from the National Academy of Education can support state and district leaders in building balanced assessment systems.
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Our associates are giving many fascinating presentations at the assessment field’s two big spring conferences, NCME and AERA. Here’s a quick rundown.
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