Explanatory Models, Unit Standards, and Personalized Learning in Educational Measurement: Selected Papers by A. Jackson Stenner

This book provides technical details of an art and science of measurement that creates new entrepreneurial business opportunities, and a Foreword by William P. Fisher, Jr. highlights how Jack's understanding of measurement and its values aligns with social and historical studies of science and technology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 325 pages
Publication date: 16 October 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This book includes papers by Jack Stenner that delve into the intricate technical aspects of a measurement art and science that opens up exciting entrepreneurial opportunities. Jack's innovative approach brought together theory, instruments, and data in ways that have far-reaching applications beyond traditional tests of reading or mathematics ability. By seamlessly integrating these elements, he catalyzed the development of literacy and numeracy capital in novel and flexible expressions. While Jack's written reflections on his inferential and constructive processes are limited, a thorough examination of his work in light of his achievements provides valuable insights. A Foreword by Stenner's colleague and co-author, William P. Fisher, Jr., sheds light on how Jack's understanding of measurement aligns with social and historical studies of science and technology. It also highlights how recent collaborations between psychometricians and metrologists are building upon and expanding Jack's accomplishments in this field.

This open access book offers a wealth of knowledge and insights into the world of measurement, making it accessible to a wide audience. Whether you are a researcher, educator, or entrepreneur, this book provides valuable resources and inspiration for advancing your understanding and applications of measurement.

Weight: 764g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811937460
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023