I discovered via a Google search today that Dr. Roger Chesswas, PhD, has been appointed Director of Research at Pacific Resources for Education and Learning (PREL). From the PREL newsreel:
Dr. Chesswas is responsible for the design and development of multiple complex research programs at PREL. He has worked in the field of education evaluation for almost 30 years, including 15 years with the Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) system. His work included conducting internal and external evaluation programs, exploring uses for technology in teaching and learning, performing classroom interventions, and designing school reforms. Most recently, Dr. Chesswas worked with WestEd, based in San Francisco, CA, where he conducted trials focusing on standards-based instruction, English language learner development, and training for Early Head Start program staff.
Prior to working in educational research, Dr. Chesswas evaluated corporate and association training programs and worked on professional program assessments and testing.
Dr. Chesswas worked in the international arena in the International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) and UNESCO, training educational planners from developing countries, including Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
PREL is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation that serves the educational community in the U.S.-affiliated Pacific islands, the continental United States, and countries throughout the world.
The only Dr. Chesswas ever, Roger has a PhD in the study of Comparative Education. Part of the New Zealand branch of the family, Roger is the grandson of Herbert Chesswas who grew up on the Waitotara Valley farm at the turn of the 20th century, then immigrated to England around the time of World War I. The New Zealand branch of the family have lost touch with Dr. Chesswas, so if you discover this site Roger we'd be interested in hearing from you, or if someone could put him in touch with us we would be grateful.
