Audra Kosh
About Audra Kosh
Audra Kosh is a Senior Research Scientist at NWEA, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Ph.D. in Learning Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has extensive experience in research and education.
Work at NWEA
Audra Kosh has been employed at NWEA as a Senior Research Scientist since 2022. In this role, she contributes to research initiatives that support educational assessments and improve learning outcomes. Her expertise in research and psychometrics aids in the development of effective measurement tools for educational purposes.
Education and Expertise
Audra Kosh holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Learning Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which she completed from 2013 to 2016. She also earned a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Secondary Mathematics from American University, studying from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she has a Bachelor's Degree in Cultural Anthropology and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, both completed from 2006 to 2010.
Background
Audra Kosh has a diverse background in education and research. She began her career as a Mathematics Teacher with Teach For America in Prince George's County Public Schools from 2010 to 2012. Following this, she worked as a Research Assistant at Westat from 2012 to 2016, where she gained valuable experience in research methodologies.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role at NWEA, Audra Kosh held several positions in research and psychometrics. She served as Interim Manager of Research and Psychometrics at Edmentum for six months in 2020. Additionally, she worked at MetaMetrics, Inc. in various roles, including Research Fellow, Research Associate, and Psychometrician from 2014 to 2019. She also worked as a Senior Research Scientist at Edmentum from 2020 to 2022.
Research Contributions
Throughout her career, Audra Kosh has made significant contributions to the field of educational research. Her roles at organizations such as Edmentum and MetaMetrics, Inc. involved developing and implementing research projects focused on assessment and measurement in education. Her work has been instrumental in advancing understanding of educational outcomes and psychometric principles.