معرفی
Elizabeth Sanders is an Associate Professor in the Department of Measurement and Statistics at the University of Washington's College of Education. Her research focuses on quantitative methods in education, including multilevel modeling (MLM), structural equation modeling (SEM), and exponential random graph modeling (ERGM). She emphasizes equitable resource access for underserved populations and collaborates on educational, behavioral, and health research. She teaches courses in applied measurement, statistics, experimental design, and network analysis, often using R and Mplus.
Education:
- Ph.D., Measurement & Statistics, Educational Psychology, University of Washington (2011)
- M.Ed., Measurement & Statistics, Educational Psychology, University of Washington (2004)
- B.S., Psychology (minor: Anthropology), University of Washington (1999)
Research Interests:
- Methodological development for nested data
- Promoting educational equity through quantitative methods
- Applications of SEM, MLM, and ERGM in interdisciplinary contexts
Advancing Equity & Collaborations: Dr. Sanders collaborates on projects addressing disparities in education and health, leveraging statistical tools to improve policy and practice. She also serves as Affiliate Faculty at the Center for Statistics and the Social Sciences.
Student Support: She mentors graduate students in the Measurement & Statistics program, emphasizing foundational education coursework alongside advanced quantitative training. Doctoral students are typically funded via teaching or research assistantships.
