Assessment Perceptions Studies
2017 Assessment Perceptions in Texas
This study seeks to elevate the voices of parents and teachers to better discern their points of view about assessments in Texas today as they work together to drive better learning for every student in their state.
2016 Make Assessment Work for All Students
When our 2016 survey revealed that most American students and parents don’t think students are over-tested, Gallup rated this one of its top education findings of 2016.
Make Assessment Matter
Students and educators want tests that support learning
This first formal study ever to ask students’ opinions about assessment revealed that both students and educators want tests to support learning. Review the results of our second edition public opinion research conducted by Grunwald & Associates.
For Every Child, Multiple Measures
What parents and educators want from K-12 assessments
As policymakers considered a new blueprint for education improvement amidst significant education reform initiatives, NWEA and Grunwald Associates LLC studied those most practically and personally impacted by assessments and accountability: parents, teachers and district administrators.