The Center for Research in Educational Policy, a Center of Excellence at the University of Memphis, conducts studies and evaluations of what works in schools.
CREP is #hiring and growing again! We are currently seeking Master’s or PhD level applicants for our Research Associate II (RAII) position. #phd#research
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Summer is in full swing! Check out this study about how STEM-focused summer camps showed an increased likelihood for students to pursue a career in science! https://t.co/8dQJb0obBw
It's National Fresh Veggies Day! There is a growing field of research surrounding "food literacy," which describes the process of navigating food and nutrition systems. Students receiving food literacy education more often make healthier food choices! #FoodLiteracy#CREP
Whenever you look to generalise from a small sample watch out for sampling bias (and all other sorts of bias that can easily creep in).
Extreme example from How to Lie with Statistics by Darrell Huff: https://t.co/NY6MU54FhO
CREP is serving as the independent evaluator for NSF's Engineering Research Vision Alliance (ERVA) partnership - learn more about the project here! https://t.co/rklVPmhry7 #STEMeducation#Engineering#drivenbydoing
CREP is hiring a Research Associate II with an emphasis on statistical analysis and project management! Apply on WorkForUM through June 6th at https://t.co/BirbsrZMT3 #nowhiring#hiring#Statistics#EducationJobs
CREP is partnering with @UrbanChildInst and
@SCSK12Unified to evaluate the MSCS Literacy Laureate program. Kudos to PI Dr. Carolyn Kaldon and Project Manager Charles Nastos for leading this important work! Read more at https://t.co/v33EG756F8 #drivenbydoing
Congrats to Associate Director Dan Strahl & Business Officer Mandy Strahl on their well-earned retirement! Thank you for your service to CREP, @umeducation, and @uofmemphis - we wish you all the best and many adventures to come! #gotigersgo