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Conference Presentation: Hyperparameter Optimization for Neural Network-Based IRT in Constrained Settings

“Hyperparameter Optimization for Neural Network-Based IRT in Constrained Settings" Event: NCME Annual Meeting Date: Thursday, April 9, 9:45 AM ET – 10:45 AM ET Session Format: Presentation Presenters:      Seong Eun Hong Description: This study investigates hyperparameter optimization in neural network-based IRT  estimation. Using simulation with varying item pool sizes, iterations, and tuning strategies, results ... Read more

CAL Presentation: Leading and Learning for Rural Multilingual Learners: An Inquiry Session

Event: TESOL Convention 2026 Location: Ballroom F at the Salt Palace Convention Center Date & Time: March 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Session Format: Presentation Presenter(s):      Diep Nguyen(Center for Applied Linguistics)      Kia Johnson (Center for Applied Linguistics) Description:  This session explores how literacy instruction can be meaningful and ... Read more

CAL Presentation: Making Literacy Instruction Meaningful for Multilingual Learners Through Interactive Activities

Event: TESOL Convention 2026 Location: Ballroom F at the Salt Palace Convention Center Date & Time: March 26, 2026 | 2:30 PM Session Format: Presentation Presenter(s):      Marybelle Marrero-Colón (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Kia Johnson (Center for Applied Linguistics) Description:   This session explores how literacy instruction can be meaningful and fun through ... Read more