Laurence Dupray
About Laurence Dupray
Laurence Dupray serves as the Director of Assessment Products at NWEA, where he has worked since 2018. With a strong background in science and language arts test development, he has significantly contributed to the development of key educational assessment products.
Current Role at NWEA
Laurence Dupray serves as the Director of Assessment Products at NWEA, a position held since 2018. In this role, he leads teams focused on developing innovative solutions for educational assessments. His leadership is instrumental in enhancing NWEA's assessment offerings, including the MAP Growth product, which is a key tool for measuring student progress.
Previous Experience at NWEA
Laurence Dupray has held multiple positions at NWEA, starting as a Content Editor for Science in 2008. He progressed through various roles, including Senior Content Specialist, Manager of the Science Team, and Director of Test Development. His tenure at NWEA spans over a decade, during which he has contributed significantly to English Language Arts and Science test development.
Educational Background
Laurence Dupray has a robust educational background in chemistry. He earned a PhD in Physical Organic Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he also served as a Research and Teaching Assistant. Additionally, he holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Université Pierre et Marie Curie and an Ingénieur degree from Ecole supérieure de Chimie organique et minérale.
Professional Experience Outside NWEA
Before joining NWEA, Laurence Dupray worked in various roles, including as a French QA Tester for Intel at PTIGlobal and as an Archivist at the California Institute of Technology. He also gained experience as a CCIS at EthicsPoint and completed an internship at ESSO RAFFINAGE. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set in both scientific and educational contexts.
Career Progression and Expertise
Laurence Dupray has demonstrated a clear career progression, advancing from content specialist roles to director-level positions within NWEA. His strong background in both science and language arts test development has equipped him with the expertise necessary to lead assessment product teams effectively. His experience reflects a commitment to improving educational assessments through innovative approaches.