The Clearinghouse on Assessment and Evaluation (Ericae.net) is a comprehensive online resource dedicated to advancing knowledge in educational assessment, evaluation, and research methodology. Whether you are a student, educator, researcher, or policymaker, Ericae provides the tools, insights, and guidance needed to understand how learning is measured—and how those measurements can be used to improve outcomes.
At its core, Ericae is built to bridge the gap between theory and practice. You’ll find foundational content that explains essential concepts like validity, reliability, and different types of assessment, alongside more advanced material covering psychometrics, data analysis, and research design. For those actively working in education, the site also offers practical strategies for classroom assessment, program evaluation, and data-driven decision-making.
Ericae goes beyond traditional content by serving as a true resource hub. Visitors can explore curated reading paths through the Assessment Library, access peer-reviewed research from the Practical Assessment, Research & Evaluation (PARE) journal, and utilize tools like the Test Locator and ERIC database guides to find high-quality academic resources. Downloadable templates, rubrics, and evaluation tools are also available to support real-world application.
As education continues to evolve, Ericae remains focused on the future—covering topics like digital assessment, artificial intelligence, equity in measurement, and responsible data use. The goal is not just to inform, but to empower users to make better decisions, design better assessments, and contribute to more effective and equitable educational systems.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your expertise, Ericae is your trusted guide to understanding and improving educational assessment and evaluation.
Common Flaws in Multiple-Choice Questions (and Fixes)
Spot common flaws in multiple-choice questions and fix them fast with practical tips to write clearer, fairer assessments that better measure learning.
How to Write Effective Multiple-Choice Questions
Learn how to write effective multiple-choice questions that assess knowledge fairly, reduce ambiguity, and improve results across tests and training.
Building a Feedback Loop for Assessment Improvement
Build a feedback loop for assessment improvement with real evidence, clear analysis, and smart updates that make every assessment more effective.
Post-Test Analysis: What to Look For
Learn how post-test analysis turns pilot and field test data into clear decisions about fairness, reliability, validity, and assessment readiness.
Continuous Improvement in Assessment Design
Improve assessment design with systematic pilot and field testing to catch flaws early, refine scoring and timing, and build more reliable results.
Using Statistical Analysis in Field Testing
Using statistical analysis in field testing turns pilot data into clear, defensible decisions on item quality, score meaning, and test readiness.
How to Identify Weak Test Items Through Testing
Learn how to identify weak test items through pilot and field testing so you can improve assessments, boost score validity, and spot flawed questions fast.
Quality Control in Assessment Development
Quality control in assessment development helps ensure fair, accurate, and trusted test results so every score supports smarter decisions.
Iterative Test Development: A Practical Guide
Learn iterative test development step by step to build better assessments, improve score quality, and make confident decisions with real evidence.
How to Document the Test Development Process
Learn how to document the test development process with clear, auditable steps that improve quality, reduce risk, and speed approval.
Sample Sizes for Pilot Testing Explained
Sample sizes for pilot testing can make or break assessment design. Learn how to choose the right sample and avoid costly, unusable field tests.
Ethical Considerations in Pilot Testing
Explore ethical considerations in pilot testing to improve fairness, trust, and data quality—building stronger assessments before launch.
Ensuring Validity Through Field Testing
Ensuring validity through field testing helps improve test items, scoring, and fairness—so your assessments work as intended and earn trust.
Using Feedback to Improve Test Design
Use feedback to improve test design and build fair, valid assessments that support better decisions—before flaws undermine results and trust.
Common Challenges in Field Testing Assessments
Explore common challenges in field testing assessments and learn how to improve items, timing, and delivery before high-stakes use.