Ethan R. Van Norman

Dr. Ethan R. Van Norman serves as a Professor and Program Director for the School Psychology Program at Lehigh University, where he directs the Quantitative Analysis of Learning, Interventions, and Testing for Youth Lab.

Education:

• Ph.D. from University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
• M.Ed. from University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
• B.A. from Illinois State University

His research centers on data-based decision making within multi-tiered systems of support, focusing on universal screening to identify at-risk students and methods for measuring progress and intervention response. He applies advanced statistical techniques in R—including structural equation modeling, latent profile analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation—to evaluate the technical adequacy of educational assessments like curriculum-based measures and computer adaptive tests.

Scientific Awards:

• Lightner Witmer early career research award (2021) from Division 16 of the American Psychological Association
• Libsch early career research award (2023) from Lehigh University

Dr. Van Norman collaborates extensively with local school districts and non-profit educational agencies while mentoring graduate students pursuing research and academic careers. He leads the Quantitative Analysis of Learning, Interventions, and Testing for Youth Lab, driving applied psychometric research in educational settings.