About Me

Biography & Research Interests

Biography

I am a PhD candidate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) at the University of Tehran, with expertise in psychometrics, language assessment, data analysis, and educational measurement design. I have experience leading specialist teams, developing high-stakes tests, analyzing statistical data, and preparing data-driven managerial reports in academic and international settings. My proficiency in R, Python, SPSS, and ICDL, together with my ability to interpret data and convert complex results into actionable decisions, enables me to bridge technical analysis, process management, and effective stakeholder communication.

Research Interests

Language Assessment & PsychometricsItem Response Theory (IRT) & Mixture IRT ModelsDifferential Item Functioning (DIF)Generalizability Theory (G-Theory)Cognitive Load & Item DifficultyHigh-Stakes Test ValidationData Analysis with R & Python

Mission

To create evidence-based assessment systems that ensure fairness, validity, and reliability in language testing, converting analytical results into actionable managerial decisions.

Academic Philosophy

Language assessment must be grounded in scientific evidence, methodological transparency, and a commitment to fairness for all test-takers. Rigorous analysis, transparent reporting, and continuous process improvement are the foundation of trust in educational measurement.