ABOUT & TESTIMONIALS
Nancy L. Bridier, Ed.D.
Dr. Bridier has a doctoral degree in education and a master's degree in psychology. With over 21 years of progressive experience, her expertise includes research design, instrumentation development, data analysis, and program evaluation. She is an adjunct professor at Grand Canyon University and serves as Private Sector Representative on the executive board of the Southeast Evaluation Association.
Research Interests:
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Intellectual curiosity and individual differences in cognitive ability relative to personality traits
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Psychometrics of individual differences and related constructs (e.g. ability; attitudes; creativity; and learning approaches)
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The role of personality traits for lifespan cognitive development
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Cultural bias in assessment
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Higher education
Previous Research:
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Intellectual curiosity in higher education
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Empowerment-based education for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Quantitative instrumentation for behavioral observation
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Statistics anxiety among graduate students
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Homeless aging veterans
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Alternative health services for veterans with PTSD
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Adolescent homelessness
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Stress, coping, and decision making among Alzheimer's family caregivers
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The impact of culture on Native American student achievement
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Early language development and second language acquisition
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Jennifer A. Whatley, Ed.D.
Dr. Whatley has a doctoral degree in education, master’s degrees in both psychology and educational leadership, and a specialist degree in school psychology. With over 12 years of experience in the fields of psychology and education, her expertise includes psychometrics, APA style, and dissertation writing.
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Research Interests:
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Educational Psychology (school psychology)
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Psychometrics
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Rational emotive behavior therapy
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Counseling theories
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Behavior modification and positive behavior support
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Crisis management
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Curriculum and instruction
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Response to intervention
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Previous Research:
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Quantitative instrumentation for behavioral observation
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Self-perceived irrational and rational beliefs, goal orientations, and human behaviors in school professionals
Testimonials
I like that Nancy works with you on your research needs and that she offers the complete package - not only a thorough knowledge of SPSS but also the research experience to provide services that truly meet the needs of the research goals.
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Glenda Mayo, PhD, CDT, LEED-AP, CFM Assistant Professor, UNC Charlotte
Research Solutions and Consulting provided excellent customer service in addition to a
high quality final product. Dr. Bridier took the time to really understand our statistical questions in order to provide a customized report that was actionable, relevant, and easy
to understand. I would highly recommend Research Solutions and Consulting for your analytic needs.