Chase Nordengren

Chase Nordengren

Chase Nordengren was the principal research lead for the Professional Learning team at NWEA until 2023. His work supported the long-term growth and development of the Learning and Improvement Services teams at NWEA through primary research, thought leadership, and strategic planning. With insatiable curiosity, Chase worked closely with leading scholars from around the globe, turning theory into actionable practices to drive instructional improvement. He received a PhD in leadership, policy, and organizations in K–12 systems from the University of Washington and is the author of Step into Student Goal Setting: A Path to Growth, Motivation, and Agency from Corwin Press.

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Leading the way in measuring growth and achievement

MAP® Growth™ supports more students in more grades across more subject areas than any other assessment provider. With MAP Growth data in hand, teachers have the insights for delivering the right instruction at the right time.

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Prepare for the big questions about assessment

When teachers have questions about assessments—and they will—school leaders can be ready with answers that both acknowledge teachers’ concerns and equip them with the right resources and support.

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Level up your assessment literacy and data savvy

From professional learning courses to thought-provoking blog posts and printable classroom resources, this handy collection of assets will enhance your assessment literacy and your skill with data.

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