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The Voice of ETS Research Institute

  • Welcome to Behind the Breakthroughs-where the voices of our researchers take center stage!

    Here, ETS scientists offer a firsthand look at the innovations shaping the future of assessment and education.

    Discover how our work advances measurement science and drives meaningful progress in equity, quality and fairness in learning!

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Read the latest articles by ETS Research Institute scientists

January 31, 2025

Education and Foundational Skills: Critical Allies to Address Poverty

Anita Sands

New research shows foundational literacy and numeracy skills boost opportunities for growth

January 31, 2025
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December 6, 2024

The Pendulum Swings? Higher Education Revisits Admissions Testing Policies After COVID-19

Sara Haviland, Reginald Gooch, and Teresa Ober

Essential background on test-required, test-optional, and test-free policies

December 6, 2024
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December 3, 2024

How Can We Help Students Succeed in Calculus I

Field M Watts and Erin Barno

Removing barriers that impact college students’ entry into STEM careers.

December 3, 2024
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November 25, 2024

Leveraging Collective Brainstorming to Support Teacher Learning Needs

Marisol J. Kevelson and Jamie N. Mikeska

The beginning steps to creating an online professional development learning platform for classroom teachers.

November 25, 2024
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November 22, 2024

Using AI Detectors to Grade Student Work

Jiangang Hao

Tools flagging AI-generated text can be useful, yet caution is essential.

November 22, 2024
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November 18, 2024

Can Social-Emotional Learning Truly Work for Every Student?

Blair Lehman and Jesse R. Sparks

Consider a caring assessment to measure the whole student.

November 18, 2024
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