Using NAEP Data on the Web for Educational Policy Research

Session Type: Professional Development Course

Abstract

This course is for researchers interested in using the NAEP Data Explorer Web tool. Participants will be guided through an examination of the NAEP data, focusing on (1) student, teacher, and school variables; (2) relationships between student performance and characteristics of students, their teachers, and their schools; and (3) using NAEP data to supplement other educational research. The course provides hands-on learning and active participation. Participants will work independently and share their findings with the group. The course will highlight 2015 NAEP math and reading data.

Sub Unit

• Professional Development and Training Committee

Instructors

• Debra Kline, Educational Testing Service

• Edward M. Kulick, ETS

• Emmanuel Sikali, U.S. Department of Education