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President's Message - November 2025

By Liz Stringer posted 15 days ago
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Dear NCME Colleagues, November brings momentum on several fronts, as we wrapped up October with a strong and successful AIME Conference, followed by an engaging convening of the NCME Board. Thank you for the energy you’re bringing—in sessions, committee work, and informal gatherings alike. AIME‑Con: Thank You for an Exceptional Event What a week in Pittsburgh! Our inaugural Artificial Intelligence in Measurement and Education Conference (AIME‑Con) reached capacity and started with a hands‑on training day followed by two packed days of papers and panels. The theme—Innovation and Evidence: Shaping the Future of AI in Educational Measurement—came through ...
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NCME Honors State Technical Advisory Committee (State TAC) Service

By Liz Stringer posted 15 days ago
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The National Council on Measurement in Education (NCME) honors the service of current members of Technical Advisory Committees that support state testing programs nationwide. These State TACs are critical partners in helping state education agencies meet federal requirements for high-quality assessments under the U.S. Department of Education’s Assessment Peer Review Process . State TAC members are independent experts in educational measurement who meet periodically to evaluate technical documentation, review evidence, and offer guidance to state agencies and their assessment vendors. Their contributions help ensure that assessments used for accountability, ...
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New Website, More Coming Soon

By Liz Stringer posted 15 days ago
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NCME is excited to launch its new website, communities portal, and member portal on November 18. Over the past several months, NCME has worked diligently to improve our ability to serve members and your web-based experience. Here are important dates to know about the upcoming process: November 13 November 13 is the final day you can access the communities portal, manage profile information, or process transactions. Most content available through ncme.org will be unaffected at this time. November 14–17 You will be unable to log in to the site or access the communities until the new system launches. Most content available ...
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NCME Responds to IES Modernization RFI

By Liz Stringer posted 15 days ago
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The National Council on Measurement in Education (NCME) has submitted a formal public comment to the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES) in response to their Request for Information ( ED-2025-IES-0844 ), focused on the modernization of IES and its centers. As the leading professional organization dedicated to advancing educational measurement, NCME welcomed the opportunity to provide input on the future of federal education research and statistics infrastructure. In its response, NCME highlighted six foundational priorities essential to the success of IES modernization: 1. Follow the Law ...
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Call for Papers for a New Special Issue of EAJ

By Liz Stringer posted 29 days ago
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To date, there has been less attention given to methodological and measurement issues associated with the use of classroom observations to improve teaching via formative feedback to teachers. In order to advance research that is responsive to and can inform practice, the Journal of Educational Assessment is seeking papers that examine conceptual, methodological, and practical issues involved in supporting valid uses of observation protocols for purposes of formative assessment. We encourage interested authors to prepare a brief précis (2-3 pages) summarizing the proposed paper, including theoretical framework, research questions, sample, instruments, data ...
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President's Message – October 2025

By Liz Stringer posted 10-08-2025
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Dear NCME Colleagues, As we move into fall, NCME continues to thrive with activity and connection. From a lively regional gathering to a near-capacity AIME-Con, and from upcoming Board discussions to collaborative webinars, the energy across our community is inspiring. Each of these efforts reflects the spirit of our shared mission—advancing educational measurement in a collaborative and supportive environment. Making Our Way to L.A.: The October 2nd Event in Yardley, PA was a Success! Over 30 members joined me for our first regional meet-up, including President-Elect Kadriye Ercikan, Board Member Rochelle Michel (who first suggested the idea of regional ...
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NCME Response to IES RFI

By Liz Stringer posted 10-08-2025
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The National Council on Measurement in Education (NCME) is pleased to respond to the Request of Information (RFI) issued by the Institute for Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). NCME applauds this IES effort to “maximize relevance, timeliness, and usability,” and have “a meaningful, positive impact on students' academic achievement and other outcomes.” Read the full response .
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NCME Conference Travel Scholarship from CMJ

By Liz Stringer posted 10-07-2025
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We are pleased to announce that scholarships to attend the 2026 NCME Annual Meeting will be made available to doctoral students who come from an educational, cultural, or geographic background that is underrepresented in the field of educational measurement and assessment. TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY CMJ seeks graduate students in educational measurement and assessment, psychometrics, or quantitative psychology who are members of historically underrepresented communities in these fields. Preference will be given to students enrolled in doctoral programs, though MA students are also welcome to apply. Further preference will be given to those who have ...
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In Memoriam: Neil J. Dorans

By Liz Stringer posted 10-07-2025
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The NCME and measurement community joins colleagues across the world in mourning the passing of Neil J. Dorans, a Distinguished Presidential Appointee and long-time research scientist at ETS. Over a career spanning decades, Neil combined exceptional technical rigor with a steadfast commitment to fairness in testing, leaving an enduring imprint on the theory and practice of educational measurement. Neil’s scholarship advanced many areas central to NCME’s mission, including score linking and equating, scale interpretation, and the re-centering of SAT scales. His careful work on the implications of scale changes for score distributions and policy remain a key ...
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President's Message September 2025

By Liz Stringer posted 09-11-2025
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Dear NCME Community, As an organization, we are both strong and stable, while also embracing change and pursuing innovative ways to deliver meaningful, value-added opportunities for our members. This fall, NCME offers many ways to engage—through regional meetups, webinars, conference participation, presenting research, or volunteering in a leadership role. Here are a few updates and many ways to get involved. NCME 2026 Annual Meeting: One Day Left to Submit Your Proposal! The proposal submission system for the 2026 NCME Annual Meeting is open until tomorrow, September 12 th at 11:59 PM PDT ! To submit a proposal, please visit this link ...
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Engage with the NCME Task Force on Educational Measurement and Civil Rights

By Liz Stringer posted 09-10-2025
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The NCME Presidential Task Force on the Role of Educational Measurement in the Protection and Advancement of Civil Rights, initiated under President Michael Walker, would like to share a few updates with the community. First, thank you to everyone who participated in sessions at the April annual meeting in Denver and to those who have connected with the group since then. Engagement with the community has been valuable and very much appreciated. Looking ahead, a public commentary period will begin in mid-November. During this time, NCME members will have the opportunity to read the manuscript produced by the task force and provide feedback. The task force ...
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NCME Executive Director Search Now Open

By Liz Stringer posted 09-10-2025
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NCME is seeking an  Executive Director  with experience in educational measurement to lead the organization in advancing its mission, nurturing a culture of excellence, and strengthening its role in educational measurement research, practice, and policy. The ED serves as NCME’s chief executive, reporting to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors, and acts as an ex officio, non-voting member of the Board. This role requires a leader with vision, organizational savvy, and deep knowledge of educational assessment who can operate effectively in NCME’s lean operating model—where strategy is guided by the ED, and daily operations are carried out through ...
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Announcing NCME’s 2026 Special Conference on Classroom Assessment

By Liz Stringer posted 09-10-2025
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We are pleased to announce that the 6th NCME Special Conference on Classroom Assessment will take place November 12–14, 2026, at the Radisson Blu, located in the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. This year’s conference promises to be a dynamic and engaging event focused on advancing effective classroom assessment practices across educational contexts. The 2026 conference is proudly hosted by the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota, the Minnesota Department of Education, and the Minnesota Assessment Group, with additional support from the University of Iowa. Building on the success of previous NCME special ...
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President's Message August 2025

By Liz Stringer posted 08-06-2025
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Dear NCME Community, As I meet and talk with more members and leaders within NCME, I continue to be overwhelmed by the engagement, ideas, energy, and passion of our board and organization. Here are a few highlights of activities from around the organization. Productive and Energizing NCME Board Meeting At our July Board meeting in Philadelphia, we dove into thoughtful discussions on how to better support members, elevate NCME’s visibility, and deepen partnerships across the field. From exploring our organizational values and vision to offering feedback to committees and SIGIMIES, the energy was high and the ideas were flowing. We’ll meet again in person ...
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New SIGIMIE Launched

By Liz Stringer posted 08-06-2025
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The Assessment and Measurement to Support Classroom Learning (AMSCL) SIGIMIE focuses on how classroom assessment and educational measurement interact to promote student learning. The purposes of the SIGIMIE include initiating, reviewing, and disseminating high-quality theory, research, policy, and practice, and supporting scholars in the field, including early career scholars and graduate students. To serve these purposes, the SIGIMIE promotes rigorous research into classroom assessment practices, using all legitimate research approaches and methods, and active collaboration with other SIGIMIEs and groups outside of NCME that share an interest in promoting research ...
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2026 NCME Annual Meeting Call for Proposals Due by September 12

By Liz Stringer posted 08-06-2025
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We are excited to announce that the proposal submission portal for the 2026 NCME Annual Meeting is now open! Click here to read the Call for Proposals. Click here to submit a proposal or to volunteer to be a Reviewer, Chair, or Discussant. Important Note: The login for this submission system, X-CD, is different than the login information for www.ncme.org . You may have created an X-CD account previously. If so, you can find your information by selecting "Find My Account." Otherwise please create a new profile. Proposals will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. PDT on Friday, September 12, 2025. We extended the submission window relative to past ...
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President's Message July 2025

By Liz Stringer posted 07-09-2025
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Dear NCME Community, Summer is in full swing—and so is the energy across our NCME community! From active committee initiatives to exciting conference developments, this season has brought remarkable momentum, collaboration, and innovation. I’m pleased to share several updates that reflect the vibrant work happening across our organization. AIME-Con: Over 200 Proposals Submitted! The excitement surrounding AIME-Con continues to grow. With more than 200 proposals submitted, our program chairs are energized by the quality and creativity of the submissions. Registration opens in mid-July, so be sure to visit the conference webpage for updates . This ...
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NCME Welcomes New Management Team

By Liz Stringer posted 07-09-2025
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We are excited to announce the arrival of NCME’s new management team from Atria, bringing expanded capacity and a wealth of experience to support our work and growth. Stacey Givens , Director of Operations, is leading the transition and serving as a key resource for all things NCME. She is working closely with the NCME Board to ensure strong coordination and continuity. Shanna Kinzel , Meeting and Events Program Manager, is partnering with the 2026 Annual Meeting Program Chairs and providing support to NCME committees and SIGIMIEs. Dave Teske , Finance and IT Lead, is working with the Budget and Finance Committee to implement enhanced financial ...
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NCME Seeks Member Input in Ongoing Legal Challenge

By Liz Stringer posted 07-09-2025
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On April 24, 2025, NCME and co-plaintiffs the National Academy of Education filed a suit challenging the U.S. Department of Education’s decision to reduce its force and undermine the quality and availability of measurement data. On May 2, we filed a motion for a preliminary injunction that would have granted immediate relief. Preliminary injunctions are a high bar to clear, and on June 3, the district court denied our motion. As our case continues and the damage from the Department’s actions spreads, we are reaching out to seek additional information about damage to statutorily required measurement data quality and access and its effects on NCME members. ...
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REMINDER: AIME-Con Proposal Submissions

By Cheng Hua posted 06-25-2025
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Don't miss your chance to present at the 2025 Artificial Intelligence in Measurement and Education Conference (AIME-Con)! We want to make sure you have everything you need to submit a successful proposal: What's New: Revised Call for Proposals - We've updated our call for proposals with clarifying language to help guide your submission. The revised document is linked within this message. New How-To Videos - We've created step-by-step video tutorials to walk you through the proposal submission process on the XCD platform, making it easier than ever to get your proposal submitted. Next Steps: Review the revised call for proposals ...
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