Every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and educators need tools and support to help them succeed. Accessible Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Systems (ATLAS) believes assessment should be a tool for learning, not just a measure of achievement. ATLAS assessments, instructional resources and professional development provide educators with clear insights into student understanding and practical ways to improve instruction. #AmericanEducationWeek #AEW2025
Achievement & Assessment Institute at KU
Research
Lawrence, Kansas 1,877 followers
Improving the performance of students, adults and public agencies throughout local, state and national communities.
About us
The Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) at the University of Kansas exists to improve the performance of students, adults and public agencies throughout local, state and national communities. The Institute includes seven centers, which represent a diversity of services and programs: • Accessible Teaching, Learning and Assessment Systems • Agile Technology Solutions • Center for Certification and Competency Based Education • Center for Creativity and Entrepreneurship Education • Center for Educational Opportunity Programs • Center for Public Partnerships & Research • Center for Montessori Research AAI and its centers partner with numerous agencies to improve the lives of children and adults through academics, employment, career advancement and building healthy environments, as well as to enhance the capacity of organizations that help children, adults and communities succeed. AAI was established in 2012 through the merger of the Center for Educational Testing and Evaluation, established in 1983, and the Institute for Educational Research and Public Services, established in 1997. Both organizations have long track records of successfully building partnerships and programs that support the achievement of young children, school-aged children, adults and publicly funded agencies. Effective July 1, 2013, AAI was recognized by KU’s Office of Research and Graduate Studies as one of just 12 designated university research centers and institutes. As part of its mission, AAI also provides KU faculty support and encouragement related to research in improving the performance and enhancing the achievements of students, adults and public-sector agencies. The Institute and its centers also provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to obtain valuable research and on-the-job employment experience while at KU.
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https://aai.ku.edu/
External link for Achievement & Assessment Institute at KU
- Industry
- Research
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Lawrence, Kansas
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- education research, special education, assessment, community engagement, testing, and evaluation
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1122 W Campus Rd
Lawrence, Kansas 66045, US
Employees at Achievement & Assessment Institute at KU
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Eleazar (Trey) Vasquez III
Professor of Special Education
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Chance Dibben
Communications Coordinator at Achievement & Assessment Institute at KU
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Mark Sidener
Video Production Specialist at Achievement and Assessment Institute
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Alex Bittel
PhD Candidate, Education Policy, University of Kansas
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Education takes teamwork. Teachers, support professionals and district leaders collaborate to make learning possible every day. The Center for Evaluation and Educational Leadership (CEEL) is dedicated to working collaboratively as a team with school districts to implement the most effective learning environments for students. Whether it is building repairs or staff training, CEEL is here to support education. #AEW2025 #AmericanEducationWeek
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Behind every successful statewide assessment is a team ensuring reliability, accessibility, and ease of use. Assessment & Technology Solutions (ATS) ensures each test is smooth to administer, and tech support is always within reach, so educators can focus on their students. #AmericanEducationWeek #AEW2025
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🎙️ Bringing Science and Math to Life for Every Learner In this episode, Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines share ideas to help teachers bring science and math to life for students of all abilities. They explore ways to make topics like data and computation more engaging and easier to understand. Their conversation focuses on strategies that are clear, creative, and grounded in real classroom needs. Whether you are supporting early learners or advanced students, this episode offers inspiration and guidance to energize your STEM instruction: https://lnkd.in/gSU_4xJG
S13 E2: Bringing Science and Math to Life for Every Learner - Practical Access Podcast
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Education thrives when educators have the tools and support to try new ideas. Center for Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology & Education (FLITE) helps teachers use creative technologies that strengthen instruction and open new possibilities for all learners. #AmericanEducationWeek #AEW2025
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Reimagining education begins by listening to teachers, students and communities. The Center for Reimagining Education (CRE) partners with districts to design learning environments that use collaboration, data and student voice to create engaging and forward-thinking learning experiences. #AmericanEducationWeek #AEW2025
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We regularly travel around Kansas seeking feedback from community members about their experiences so that we can better inform projects and assessments at CPPR. Every conversation is different because every community is different. The common thread is a profound desire to build a stronger, more connected Kansas, starting at the local level. CPPR's Kaleena Erwin, LMSW, CPM and Meghan Cizek, pictured below, enjoyed moderating the November 14th Foundations of Family Well-Being: A Community Conversation event in Kansas City that brought together area partners, professionals, and residents to explore what helps families thrive and how many sectors of a community can contribute to that future. Thank you to all who attended and shared. All of your insights and expertise are valued and vital for Kansas' future! This event was hosted with support from the Kansas Children's Cabinet, Cornerstones of Care, Kansas Department For Children and Families, KVC Health Systems, and DCCCA.
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Managing perinatal behavioral health disorders can be complex and challenging. Led by clinical experts, the Kansas Moms in Mind Consultation Clinics offer physicians and clinicians an opportunity to connect with peers and strengthen their knowledge of medical management for psychiatric disorders during the perinatal period. Each session features a didactic and collaborative case discussion. 📲 Our December 9th clinic is just around the corner AND all 2026 dates are set! Register now at bit.ly/43hO3fA. Participants can register for the full series or attend individual sessions as schedules allow. Free continuing education hours are available.
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Today!
AAI Director Neal Kingston will join national assessment experts for "Reconceptualizing Assessment to Improve Learning in the Age of AI," a webinar exploring ideas from the new book "Handbook for Assessment in the Service of Learning, Volume II: Reconceptualizing Assessment to Improve Learning." Kingston—who co-authored one of the book’s chapters—will appear alongside Susan Brookhart (Duquesne University), Teanna Feng (UCLA CRESST), Maria Elena Oliveri (Purdue University), Stephen Sireci (University of Massachusetts Amherst), and members of the Study Group. Together, they’ll discuss how assessment can move beyond measurement to leverage artificial intelligence as a catalyst for meaningful learning. 📘 What: Discussion of Handbook for Assessment in the Service of Learning, Volume II: Reconceptualizing Assessment to Improve Learning" 🗓️ When: Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 3 PM EST 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/gdaRuZnZ
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AAI is proud to highlight the incredible work of Center for Public Partnerships & Research Partnership & Research, whose IRIS referral platform is strengthening communities across the country. With more than 70,000 families connected to essential services, IRIS shows how smart, human-centered design can transform care coordination and make support easier to access.
Over 70,000 families have been referred to needed services through IRIS. Dedicated providers and champions ensure that the number continues to grow. We ensure that they have the support necessary to plan, launch, scale, and adapt to local needs. IRIS offers in-house expert assistance, extensive implementation tools, HIPAA compliance, and meaningful data reporting. 🌱 Ready to grow a network in your community? Let’s build something powerful together. connectwithiris.org today!
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