Michael C Rodriguez

Michael C Rodriguez is a Professor in the Quantitative Methods in Education department at the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development. He serves as Dean in the Administration (CEHD) and is a leading expert in psychometrics and educational assessment.

• PhD in Measurement and Quantitative Methods, Michigan State University (1999)
• MA in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota (1995)

His research focuses on psychometric properties of tests, optimizing test accessibility for diverse learners, and advancing applied measurement through collaborations with schools. Key areas include constructed-response vs. multiple-choice item design, SDG-aligned educational practices, and the intersection of developmental assets with student engagement.

Recent publications examine automated evaluation tools, bullying impacts on foster youth, and test validity frameworks. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

He collaborates on grants from the U.S. Department of Education and Institute of Education Sciences, including projects like the Individual Growth and Development Indicators for Hmong preschoolers and Computer Adaptive Storybook Assessment (CASA).