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Behavioral Research & Teaching
Behavioral Research and Teaching is comprised of a small group of researchers conducting research and development in student learning academic assessment. The shop is funded from federal grants and state contracts and is comprised of faculty, staff, and students committed to the development of effective educational programs for all students. The projects at BRT concentrate on access to learning so that appropriate and accurate information can be collected from all students to improve decision-making. We focus on developing information systems…
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An Exploration of Differential Item Functioning With the easyCBM Middle School Mathematics Tests: Grades 6-8 (Technical Report No. 1501)
Anderson, D., Park, S., Alonzo, J., Tindal, G. (2015). An exploration of differential item functioning with the easyCBM middle school mathematics tests: grades 6-8 (Technical Report No. 1501). Eugene, OR: Behavioral Research and Teaching, University of Oregon. The purpose of this technical report is to summarize the results of an investigation into the differential item functioning (DIF) of the easyCBM(R) middle school mathematics items, Grades 6-8, designed to measure the Common Core State Standards. TechRpt_1501
New Blog Post-Teacher/Parent Friendly Articles
Sáez, L. (2015, March). The Hidden Reason Why Some Kids Can’t Follow Your Directions: UnlockingMulti-step directions. Available at: The Hidden Reason Why Some Kids Can’t Follow Your Directions_Saez.
The Development and Scaling of the easyCBM CCSS Elementary Mathematics Measures: Grade 4 (Technical Report No. 1318)
Irvin, P. S., Saven, J. L., Alonzo, J., Park, B. J., Anderson, D., Tindal, G. (2013). The development and scaling of the easyCBM CCSS elementary mathematics measures: Grade 4 (Technical Report No. 1318). Eugene, OR: Behavioral Research and Teaching, University of Oregon. TechRpt_1318
PCRC (February 6th-9th, 2003, La Jolla, CA)
PCRC (February 6th-9th, 2003, La Jolla, CA) The Pacific Coast Research Conference (PCRC) is an annual research meeting held on the West Coast in mid-winter. It is for researchers concerned about teaching, learning, and schooling for students with mild to moderate disabilities. PCRC is a unique research meeting, characterized by intensity and informality. The meeting runs from Thursday evening until Saturday night; sessions are two hours in length. PCRC is distinguished by the high quality of research presented, an informality…
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