https://www.castronovoevaluations.com/contact daily 0.75 2024-09-25 https://www.castronovoevaluations.com/home daily 1.0 2024-10-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601852214955-NTHHYWEN9ED069AQ651Q/image-asset.jpeg Home - Welcome to Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations We provide external evaluation and consultation services to higher-education institutions submitting grants to Federal and State Institutions. Leverage experienced external evaluations and consultations, Go beyond traditional pedagogy and leverage innovative technology-based interventions, Meet your program needs through rigorous assessment procedures. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601931747179-SHYDEFJ1O863IDOEQL3W/image-asset.jpeg Home - Formal and Curious Exploration We provide rigorous assessment and evaluation while investigating innovative and experimental research questions. Assessment of innovative pedagogical interventions, such as VR, AR, and Educational Games, Design of exploratory and experimental research procedures and methods, Leverage validated quantitative surveys and comprehensive qualitative mmethods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ec321c2af33de48734cc929/1618511743693-J3A8OYH6X8C7RXNU5K0J/20140301_Trade+151_0124+1.jpg Home https://www.castronovoevaluations.com/services daily 0.75 2020-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601928034064-NRTN5ER8GZ156N2615GL/Untitled-2-01.jpg Services - External Evaluations Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations provides a wide range of services, ranging from External Program Evaluations for Federal and State Grants to Technology Adoptions Consultations. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in assessing programs, Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations will provide support from grant inception to conclusion. Each evaluation is developed with your programmatic goals and questions in mind to assure success and significant impact. Using mixed-research approaches of qualitative and quantitative methods Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations will assure your rigorous analysis and results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601925681002-WMEX5YC2DAM3VONMI6YJ/image-asset.jpeg Services - Internal Assessment Go beyond traditional evaluations, through customized assessments that investigate a wide range of indicators, from psychological factors (STEM Identity, Self-Efficacy, Sense of Belonging) to learning impacts of technology in the classroom (Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Educational Gaming). With experience in performing rigorous experiments and qualitative research Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations can support programs in developing their research methods and procedures to evaluate the impact of innovative technology-based pedagogical interventions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601924103722-OIJC7YHV3CXLGQM2BOI8/image.jpg Services - Educational Technology Consultations With a wealth of knowledge in developing, implementing, and assessing technology-based interventions, Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations can support you in designing and creating your own innovative pedagogical environment. Leveraging the latest research in technology, architecture, and pedagogy, Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations can support you in the design, construction, and management of your own visualization-based learning environments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601992792569-ACN9KB5FUH9Q9XSBQHA5/CSUEB.png Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601992792987-5DUBUE2QD5Z7KEC5X1GX/CSULA.png Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601992792334-TDF4EHG6S9XT081D7F9Q/NSF.png Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601992792089-PYC5NPZSNAEC5SX1VQMJ/PastExperience+-+Copy+%286%29.png Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601992790494-XAMB3ZVZWYHE85FJXVZX/CALTRANS.png Services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601993216338-89TWRKS4AXL5869K13ZE/PastExperience.png Services https://www.castronovoevaluations.com/experience daily 0.75 2024-09-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/a66d391f-b0ad-484d-b51b-0b6d84becc47/2011839_EdOut_Mathews_GREaTGradS_2021.jpg Experience - Graduate Research Experience and Transitioning to Grad School The aim of the Graduate Research Experience and Transitioning to Grad School (GREaT GradS) program at the Pennsylvania State University was to better integrate new STEM graduate students in Chemistry, Materials Science and Physics and reduce attrition rates. The GREaT GradS Program was particularly designed for incoming graduate students from marginalized communities in STEM. Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated the impact of Great Grads Program using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. NSF Grant Nos. DGE1255832 (A. V. B. S., NSF-GRFP), DMR2011839/DMR1420620 (PSU MRSEC), and DMR1523588 (Cal State LA, PREM). Paper published at the 2023 American Society of Engineering Education https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/ae2cc719-ea76-4119-bbb3-fe0d249a3aa4/Picture1.jpg Experience - Penn State Chemistry Research Experiences for Undergraduates The Penn State Chemistry Department proposed a Chemistry REU site with a focus on chemical research in the areas of catalysis, motion, and dynamics. The REU site annually introduced ten undergraduate students to a ten-week summer research experience. The goal was to inspire a diverse cohort of students to continue their scientific careers by providing an exciting and relevant chemical research experience with an outstanding group of research mentors and support structure. Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated the impact of PSU REU Chemistry Program using quantitative and qualitative methodologies. "REU Site: Catalysis and Motion" part of the National Science Foundation Division Of Research Experiences for Undergraduates (RUE) program. https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1659679 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601914729134-Q8TDFNO0T80INXV7B1B0/AVLab.jpg Experience - Automation and Visualization Lab The growing adoption of active learning strategies is changing teaching practices in many disciplines. In particular, mathematics instructors are increasingly using active learning methods to engage students in the classroom and reduce achievement gaps. In this program, Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated with quantitative methods the impact of an active learning task in a Mathematics course in an advanced visualization laboratory. "Student Engagement in Mathematics through a Network for Active Learning (SEMINAL)" part of the National Science Foundation Division Of Undergraduate Education (DUE) program. https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1624610 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601914699694-DN0UI7ZO6ZTZRSETB4TO/VC4.jpg Experience - Virtual Construction Simulator 4 The VCS4 was designed to engage students in active learning by simulating the planning, development, and management of construction schedules and projects. The game was developed to engage freshman-level students in their early learning of construction planning by building a wood pavilion. Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated the impact of VCS4 using quantitative and qualitative experimental methodologies. "Virtual Construction Simulator: Developing An Experiential Learning Simulation For Improved Learning of Construction Engineering and Management Concepts" part of the National Science Foundation Division Of Undergraduate Education (DUE) program. https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1226204 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601914797100-J373ZFSPSNO32Y5VN1PK/Mineral.jpg Experience - Partnership for Research and Education in Materials The Cal State LA PREM program, in partnership with the MRSEC Center for Nanoscale Science at Penn State University (PSU), enhances the research and education of students in materials science and engineering at Cal State LA. Its focus is on mentoring, guiding, and training undergraduate and master’s students for careers in the field via a comprehensive scientific and educational program. In this program, Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated the impact of the PREM program using quantitative and qualitative methods. https://www.calstatela.edu/prem https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1523588 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601914757831-38IGZQEW2EUJ4U2MYO1K/Drone.jpg Experience - Caltrans Unmanned Aircraft Safety Management System With the commercialization of immersive virtual reality technology and with the implementation unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), construction managers can improve project inspection processes and increase safety for the inspection staff. However, to leverage UAVs the inspection and maintenance staff must be properly trained. To address this issue, the project used immersive VR to support the development of training material for future inspection, maintenance, and operating staff with the use of UAVs. Dr. Fadi Castronovo assessed and evaluated with qualitative methods the impact of immersive VR training. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601924103722-OIJC7YHV3CXLGQM2BOI8/image.jpg Experience - Virtual Reality Laboratory at Mission College Santa Clara Mission College at Santa Clara invested in the development of a Virtual Reality Laboratory with over 16 headsets, allowing Engineering faculty to run large scale immersive learning activities. Dr. Fadi Castronovo designed the laboratory layout and learning activities and worked with IT in building a stimulating learning environment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601914884228-Z4SC7NJ9LKWAEVXNZ224/VR2.jpg Experience - Visualization and Immersion Laboratory at Cal State East Bay Dr. Fadi Castronovo designed and built the Visualization and Immersion (VIC) Laboratory at the California State University East Bay. 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My name is Dr. Fadi Castronovo, and I am an Evaluation and Assessment Consultant at Castronovo Educational Assessments and Evaluations LLC. My work as a consultant focuses on providing external evaluation and consultation services to higher-education institutions submitting grants to Federal and State Institutions. I strive to provide rigorous assessment and evaluation while investigating innovative and experimental research questions. Personal Website LinkedIn ResearchGate Google Scholar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601848430350-IBZ9ZU57NP58Z820L5QS/VR.jpg About Dr. Castronovo wins the 2020 CSU Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601912387533-B8YDL4KQA73Q33TGQZSI/IMG_20171108_191433.jpg About Dr. Castronovo's work on Visualization Research highlighted on the Cal State East Bay News https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601912588309-ING8HA1UAQEN0YPUWS3W/image-asset.jpeg About Dr. Castronovo is featured on The K12 Engineering Education Podcast https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601912713430-QR9FJGB8IPAH5S65MT2Y/IMG_20190611_101428.jpg About Dr. Fadi Castronovo hosts the high school Virtual Realith Engineering Summer Camp at Mission College https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601913254423-GK626N5HN0JD0NPYCU4G/ACS_0060.jpg About Dr. Castronovo wins grant from BROADCOM Foundation to host the Hayward High School District Virtual Reality Engineering Summer Camp https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f7a0d457d07944319b2cbd0/1601848397694-MHQ4KIYFYX20ECDAL612/VR2.jpg About Dr. Castronovo build the Automation and Visualization Laboratory at Cal State East Bay