Emily Morton

Emily Morton

Emily Morton, research scientist at NWEA, specializes in using quantitative methodologies to examine academic and developmental impacts of myriad policies and programs on students. She conducts much of her research in partnership with schools and districts, with the intention of producing actionable findings that will directly inform policy and practice and serve to reduce inequality. Emily holds a PhD in education policy and an MPP from Stanford University.

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The work of our researchers spans a range of educational measurement and policy issues including achievement gaps, assessment engagement, and innovations in how we measure student learning.

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