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Maria Elena Oliveri Research Associate Professor, Buros Center for Testing

Ph.D. Measurement, Evaluation, and Research Methodology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
M.A. Measurement, Evaluation, and Research Methodology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
M.Ed. Clinical Counselling Psychology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
B. Ed, Education/Second Language Learning Specialization, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
B.A. Psychology, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Areas of Expertise:

    Quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods research expertise
    Strong problem-solving, analytics, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
    Expertise in evidence-based assessment design, validation, and program evaluation
    Deep understanding of cross-cultural issues in assessment design and development
    Solid experience managing complex projects, working with individuals at different levels of an organization

Professional Highlights


Honors and Recognition
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Doctoral Fellowship National Council on Measurement in Education: Volunteer of the Year (2011) Four Year Fellowships (FYF) For Ph.D. Students Ph.D. Tuition Fee Award Graduate Entrance Scholarship, Faculty of Graduate Studies
Experience
Associate Director and Research Associate Professor - Buros Testing Center, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (10/20 - present)Research Scientist, Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ (2/12-5/20)Research Assistant - Cross-Cultural Assessment, Measurement, and Evaluation Lab, University of British Columbia (4/06 - 1/12)Literacy Mentor and Resource Teacher, Vancouver School District, Vancouver School Board (4/04-6/10)
Memberships
American Educational Research Association National Council on Measurement in Education