Blog article


What happens when test takers disengage?
Learn about recent research findings on test taking engagement and what it means for educators.
Topics: Innovations in reporting & assessment, School & test engagement


Help kids plan for the future with College Explorer
In this interview, NWEA’s Greg King shares how recent updates to College Explorer make it an even more powerful tool to help students, families, teachers, and counselors navigateāand prepare forāpost-secondary options.
By: Greg King
Topics: College & career readiness


How to advance equity in gifted education
Karen Rambo-Hernandez shares insights from her work exploring how schools and districts can improve opportunities for students by changing the reference group for identifying gifted students.
By: Beth Tarasawa
Topics: Empowering educators, Equity


How to support ELL students: A Q&A with Dr. Jim Soland
In this interview, James Soland discusses his research exploring the connection between social-emotional learning and growth in achievement for English language learner students.
By: James Soland
Topics: Student growth & accountability policies, English Language Learners, Social-emotional learning


5 Guiding Principles for Improving Reading Fluency Assessment
This Michigan Association of Superintendents and Principles blog post examines 5 Guiding Principles for Improving Reading Fluency Assessment
Topics: Test design, Academic content, Reading & language arts


Why weāre all-in on student test engagement
A lack of test engagement can negatively impact scores. Learn about NWEA’s work to prevent and mitigate impacts of rapid guessing.
By: Steven Wise
Topics: School & test engagement, Innovations in reporting & assessment


The Role of Equity in the Assessment of English Learners
This Language Magazine article discusses testing English Language Learners in their native/home language
Topics: Equity, Academic content, Accessibility, English Language Learners