RPA Statement Reaffirming our Commitment to Scholarly Inquiry

Research & Practice in Assessment remains committed to our mission of fostering rigorous, evidence-based scholarship that advances the field of assessment in higher education. In reaffirming our mission, we continue to welcome research that critically examines the ways assessment practices influence and are influenced by diverse educational experiences.

We recognize that inquiry into diversity, equity, and inclusion in assessment represents a legitimate area of scholarly discourse, particularly as educators and institutions seek to ensure meaningful, effective, and fair assessment practices for all learners. Such inquiry aligns with the broader scholarly pursuits that our journal has always historically supported. As a peer-reviewed journal, we remain dedicated to upholding the integrity of academic inquiry by providing a platform for well-supported, methodologically sound research that explores these and other issues shaping assessment today.

While we acknowledge the evolving landscape of higher education policy and discourse, Research & Practice in Assessment affirms that all scholarly work, regardless of topic, is evaluated on the basis of intellectual merit, methodological rigor, and its contribution to the field. We encourage thoughtful, evidence-driven discussion of assessment practices in all their dimensions, recognizing that robust scholarship thrives in an environment of academic integrity and open inquiry.

In keeping with the commitment to our mission, the perspectives and analyses presented in published work reflect the scholarly contributions of the authors and do not necessarily represent positions of the journal, its editorial team, or any associated institutions.

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