Thinking Globally, Acting Globally: Research and Assessment Collaboration and Capacity-Building in International Settings

Session Type: Workshop

Abstract

The old adage tells us to “think globally, act locally”. That is, one should be open to learning from others around the world in order to improve one’s own locale. However, in an ever-increasingly-linked world, thinking globally also requires us to act globally to improve the lives of others. In this session, the panelists who are all members of AERA Division D’s International Committee with extensive experience in working in global settings, look at the various ways in which research and assessment collaborations take place in international settings and how they can be supported.

Sub Unit

• Division D - Measurement and Research Methodologies / Division D - Measurement and Research Methodology

Chair

• Fatima Tuz Zahra, University of Pennsylvania

Papers

• Strengthening Research Methodology and Data Analysis Capacity in Higher Education in Ethiopia: Challenges and Opportunities - Ann A. O'Connell, The Ohio State University

• Creative Thinking in PISA 2021: Perspectives on Designing and Developing an Innovative Domain - Ryan OConnor, International Baccalaureate

• Collaborative Development of Assessment and Measurement Training in Oman - Michael J. Young, Michael J Young Consulting, LLC