Dr. Karin Hess, a former classroom teacher and school administrator, is author of the Hess Cognitive Rigor Matix, and numerous books including a Local Assessment Toolkit to Promote Deeper Learning and Deeper Competency-Based Learning. She is recognized internationally as a leader in developing practical approaches for using cognitive rigor and learning progressions as the foundationfor curriculum design and assessments at all levels of assessment systems. Her ongoing work has included guiding the development and implementation of New hamsphires's K-12 Model Competencies and working with NHLI as a technical advisor to update the rubric descriptors for NH work skills practices competencies.
