Ron Fried
Senior Instructional Design Consultant
Ron Fried is a senior instructional design consultant and researcher focusing on the areas of science education, assessment, evaluation, and curriculum design. Prior to joining SRI, Mr. Fried worked as a high school and middle school science teacher with an emphasis in general and physical science. His teaching experience included designing, developing, and teaching science curriculum, advising fellow teachers on issues of science curriculum, and implementing science fairs.
Mr. Fried has used his background in teaching to support CTL projects focusing on science education, assessment, and evaluation. He has reviewed various large-scale science curricula programs and compared and aligned the content covered with current national science standards and tests.
Mr. Fried also has extensive experience in paper, web, and video-based training product development, human performance assessment, and program support. He has experience in project management and development of various self-study manuals, on-line courses, and videotapes. His additional experience in this area includes designing, directing, shooting, editing, and producing instructional videotapes, writing on-line courses, editing and proof reading, working with print and video vendors, and developing counselor and administrator guides, job aids, user guides, and support materials.
Mr. Fried has designed, developed, implemented, and evaluated multi-source human performance assessments, including performance simulation testing, interview-based evaluation of occupational experience assignments, paper and pencil knowledge testing, and group performance scenarios. He also has experience in logistical planning and implementation of advisory panels, faculty training, program pilots, and program launches. He has developed and conducted various training sessions for both program faculty and administrators.
Mr. Fried also serves as the director of video services for SRI International. In this capacity he works with all areas of the company to meet their video and multimedia needs.
Education
- M.A., Education (Instructional Technology), San Jose State University, 1995
- Teaching Credential, Secondary Education, San Jose State University, 1989
- Concentration, Human Performance, San Jose State University, 1988
- B.A., Journalism, San Jose State University, 1986
Professional Experience
- Senior Instructional Design Consultant, SRI International, Menlo Park, CA (2000-present)
- Instructional Designer, SRI International, Menlo Park, CA (1994-2000)
- Science Teacher, South Peninsula Hebrew Day School, Sunnyvale, CA (1993-1994)
- Science Teacher, Henry Gunn Senior High School, Palo Alto, CA (1992-1993)
Research Areas at CTL
Current Projects at CTL
- Application of Evidence-Centered Design to State Large-Scale Science Assessment (Staff)
- Contingent Pedagogies for Conceptual Teaching and Learning (Staff)
- Principled Science Assessment Design for Students with Disabilities (Staff)
Past Projects at CTL
- Assessing Science Knowledge (ASK) ended 2007
- Calipers: Using Simulations to Assess Complex Science Learning ended 2007
- LEGO MindStorms ended 1999
- MathLab (Math Insight) ended 2002
- Principled Assessment Designs for Inquiry (PADI) ended 2008
- Professional Development Decisions Using Data ended 2006
- Validities of Standards-Based Science Inquiry Assessments: Design and Implementation Studies ended 2004
Related Non-CTL Projects
Publications
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Haydel, A. M., & Fried, R. (2003, April). An integrative approach to relating science inquiry assessment items to science curricula and national standards. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the National Council on Measurement in Education, Chicago, IL.
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Mislevy, R., et al. (2002). Design patterns for assessing science inquiry (PADI technical report 1). Menlo Park, CA: SRI International.
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SRI International (2001). Review of On-line Learning Practices. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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SRI International (2000). Basic Concepts of Cryptography. Information Security University. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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SRI International (2000). Special Education Elementary Longitudinal Study Field Assessor’s Training Guide. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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SRI International (2000). Teaching the Game of Golf. PGA of America Golf Professional Training Program. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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DiGiano, C., & Fried, R. (1999). Constructopedia, LEGO MINDSTORMS™ Robotics Discovery Set. Menlo Park, CA: SRI International
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SRI International (1998). Counselor Simulation Guide, Levels 1-3. PGA of America Golf Professional Training Program. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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SRI International (1996). Scantron Administrator Training Guide. PGA of America. Menlo Park, CA: Author
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