Ross Moen, Ph.D.

Ross Moen is a research psychologist who analyzes theory and data to improve education. Prior to joining NCEO he worked for over 25 years with dozens of school districts on many assessment related projects. As a research associate at NCEO, Dr. Moen challenges administrators, educators, and investigators to consider the effects that different assessment practices have on instruction and learning for all students. Current research interests include the search for more accessible assessment practices, the coherence between classroom assessment and accountability, and the relationship between standards and growth models of student achievement.