This new 2025 report examines the essential yet often overlooked role of psychometric evaluations in assessing the true impact of educational technologies (EdTech). It emphasizes the importance of using standardized, validated measures to ensure reliable and culturally relevant evaluations. Drawing on three case studies, the report illustrates key challenges and best practices in evaluating EdTech effectiveness. The authors—researchers collaborating with EdTech organizations—seek to guide developers, funders, and policymakers in distinguishing genuinely effective tools from those with misleading internal metrics. Ultimately, the report advocates for more rigorous, psychometrically grounded assessments to promote trustworthy and meaningful improvements in learning outcomes.

Published: November, 6, 2025

Authors: Laura Di Giunta, Dima Radwan, Roxana Quintero, and Professor Natalia I. Kucirkova