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Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS)

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ATLAS promotes learning and improved outcomes for all students.

We create technology-based learning and assessment systems that are accessible and academically rigorous. Our center serves all students, including students with disabilities and struggling learners, as well as their educators.

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Teacher Perspectives of Instructionally Embedded Assessments

State education agencies are increasingly interested in developing and adopting through-course assessment models to meet statewide assessment and accountability requirements. However, because many of these systems are still under development, limited information about teacher perceptions of these administration models is available. We used focus groups and surveys to collect feedback...

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ATLAS research fellows advance innovative assessment approaches with AI and adaptive testing

ATLAS research fellows are exploring ways to make assessments more accessible for all learners. Their work includes AI-driven tools that adapt to student needs in real time, especially for English learners and students with significant cognitive disabilities, advancing equity through innovation.
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