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Brent Studer
Science Educator
Science Content Developer
Public Speaker

Brent Studer

I am passionate about helping students. My experiences as a first-generation college student and my work have given me a unique perspective and set of skills to help students succeed in high school and postsecondary education.

As a member of the Science team, I helped develop English Language Arts Literacy (ELAL) and Mathematics content for the SAT Suite of Assessments. I ensured that the scientific contexts were accurate and could be understood by students without prior knowledge of the subject.
Prior to that role, I assisted high school students who were participating in the University of Iowa's Upward Bound Project. The low-income, first-generation college students I served faced significant barriers in their pursuit of postsecondary education that could only be addressed by understanding each student's unique situation and finding ways to overcome obstacles.

Throughout my professional life I have been an adjunct professor teaching the general elective course Introduction to Astronomy. The course includes a laboratory/activity-based component. My students represent the broad spectrum of students found at community colleges and have a variety of experience and comfort with mathematics and science.

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What I Do

Science Content Development

I have developed Science content for the English Language Arts (Reading and Writing & Language) and Mathematics portions of the SAT Suite of Assessments.

Writing and Editing

I have authored and edited Science passages used on the Writing & Language portion of the SAT Suite of Assessments.

Forms Construction and Review

I assisted with item development and reviewed assembled test forms. I also participated in committee meetings with external subject matter experts (SMEs).

Project Management

I have trained independent contractors and vendors ensuring that submitted materials matched development specifications and quarterly goals were met.

Testimonial

"The science team at College Board was given a difficult and ambitious charge: to ensure that the science content on the SAT was authentic and accurate, while ensuring that the science was accessible and fair for students who did not have prior knowledge of the subject matter. Brent greatly helped achieve this goal with thorough, detailed, and conscientious review of science content on the test, advocating powerfully for correct science while fully understanding the goals and limitations of the SAT. Personally, Brent was always a pleasure to work with: friendly, cooperative, insightful, and helpful. He will be a valuable team member wherever he works."

Andrew Schwartz

Andrew Schwartz

The College Board

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