Gordon Brooks

Gordon Brooks is a Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at Ohio University's Patton College of Education, specializing in educational statistics and psychometrics. His research develops practical statistical methodologies while creating instructional tools to enhance quantitative education.

Education

• B.A. in Computer Science and Economics, College of William and Mary
• M.A. in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication, Ohio University
• Ph.D. in Educational Research and Evaluation, Ohio University

Research Focus

Dr. Brooks' scholarship centers on statistical innovation for educational research, with emphasis on Monte Carlo simulation, longitudinal data analysis, and scale development. His work bridges methodological rigor with classroom applications, particularly through software that demystifies complex concepts like ANOVA post-hoc tests and item response theory. Recent publications (2023-2024) address cutting-edge challenges in effect size estimation and multivariate analysis.

Publication Trends

His 35+ publications show sustained methodological contributions, evolving from foundational software tools (TAP, FISH) to advanced 2024 works on four-parameter IRT modeling and pandemic-related grief assessment. The consistent focus remains on practical statistical solutions for educational researchers, with recent work emphasizing small-sample techniques and human-friendly analytical approaches.

Academic Engagement

• Teaches graduate courses in Educational Research and Evaluation
• Develops instructional software for statistical pedagogy
• Active publication record through 2024 indicates ongoing research leadership