Following is a list of professional books, book chapters, articles, reports and papers authored by Dr. Jones.
Books & Book Chapters
Jones, R. M. (2016). An Introduction to Program Evaluation: Basic Concepts and Example Cases. La Vergne, TN: Lightning Source Inc. (Ingram Books).
Jones, R. M. (2014). Large-Scale Assessment Issues and Practices: An Introductory Handbook. La Vergne, TN: Lightning Source Inc. (Ingram Books).
Jones, R. M. (2004). Research on TIMSS Data Provides Information for Education Improvement in Ontario, in Papanastasiou, C. (Ed.), Proceedings of the IRC – 2004 TIMSS. Lefkosia, Cyprus: Cyprus University Press, Volume 1, 242-253.
Jones, R. M. (2003). Canada ─ The School Sector, in Educational Evaluation Around the World: An International Anthology. Copenhagen, DK: Danish Evaluation Institute, 43-51 & 143-146.
Jones, R. M. (2003). Local and National ICT Policies, in Kozma, R. B. (Ed.) Technology, Innovation, and Educational Change: A Global Perspective. Eugene, OR: International Society for Technology in Education, 163-193.
Jones, R. M. (2002). TIMSS in Ontario: Providing Information for Educational Improvement, in de Broucker, P. & Sweetman, A. (Eds.) Towards Evidence-based Policy for Canadian Education/vers des politiques canadiennes d’éducation fondées sur la recherche. Kingston, ON: McGill-Queen’s University Press, 305-320.
Jones, R. M. (1999). National ICT-Related Policies: Canada, in Pelgrum, W. J. and Anderson, R. E. (Eds.), ICT and the Emerging Paradigm for Life Long Learning: A Worldwide Educational Assessment of Infrastructure, Goals and Practices. Enschede: OCTO, University of Twente, NL, 27-30.
Articles, Reports & Papers
Jones, R.M. (2025, August). E-Scoring of Constructed Responses. Article published online at: https://rmjassessment.com/2025/08/18/e-scoring-of-constructed-responses/
Jones, R.M. (2025, July). French Ministerial Examinations in Quebec/Épreuves ministérielles en français au Québec. Article published online at: https://rmjassessment.com/2025/07/23/french-ministerial-examinations-in-quebec/
Jones, R.M. (2025, June). Assessment Frameworks: Your Guide to Fair and Reliable Assessments. Article published online at: https://rmjassessment.com/2025/06/19/assessment-frameworks-your-guide-to-fair-and-reliable-assessments/
Jones, R.M. (2025, May). The Role of Technology in Supporting and Improving Accessibility and Engagement in Assessment. Article published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2025/05/28/the-role-of-technology-in-supporting-and-improving-accessibility-and-engagement-in-assessment/
Jones, R.M., & Chen, D. (2025, April). Addressing Fairness in Assessments: How EQAO Ensures Assessments are Fair, Equitable and Inclusive for all Students. Article published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2025/04/27/addressing-fairness-in-assessments-how-eqao-ensures-assessments-are-fair-equitable-and-inclusive-for-all-students/
Jones, R.M. (2025, March). Assessing English Student Learning in Quebec/Évaluer l’apprentissage des étudiants en anglais au Québec. Article published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2025/03/19/assessing-english-student-learning-in-quebec/
Jones, R.M. (2025, January). British Columbia: A Focus on Student Learning and Improvement. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA) and published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2025/01/22/british-columbia-a-focus-on-student-learning-and-improvement/
Jones, R.M. (2024, October). Modernization of Provincial Achievement Tests in Alberta. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA) and published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2024/10/23/modernization-of-provincial-achievement-tests-in-alberta/.
Jones, R.M. (2024, September). Insourcing vs Outsourcing the Digital Assessment Solution: The Canadian Experience. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA) and published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2024/09/16/insourcing-vs-outsourcing/.
Jones, R.M. (2024, July). Evolution of the Pan-Canadian Student Assessment Program. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA) and published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2024/07/25/evolution-of-the-pan-canadian-student-assessment-program/
Jones, R.M. (2024, June). The Pan-Canadian, Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC), Replaces the GED®. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M. (2024, April). Assessing Higher-Order Thinking Skills: Overview of the Impact of Technology Enhanced Items. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M. (2024, March). Early Years Screening Assessments in Canada. Article published online at https://rmjassessment.com/2024/03/13/early-years-screening-assessments-in-canada/.
Jones, R.M. (2024, January). Transitioning to eAssessment: An Ontario Case Study. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M. (2023, December). Supporting Student Assessment in Saskatchewan. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M. (2023, October). Reimagining Assessment in British Columbia. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M., & Brochu, P. (2023, September). Final Report: Review & Modernization of Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC) Program/Rapport final: Révision et modernisation du programme Examen des architectes du Canada (ExAC). Report submitted to the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC).
Jones, R.M., & Brochu, P. (2023, September). Executive Summary: Review & Modernization of Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC) Program/Sommaire – Recommandations: Révision et modernisation du programme Examen des architectes du Canada (ExAC). Report submitted to the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC).
Jones, R.M. (2023, August). Value of Large-Scale, Online Student Assessments. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M., & Buffone, P. (2023, March). e-Assessment Supports School and System Improvement in Ontario. Article prepared for the international e-Assessment Association (eAA).
Jones, R.M., & Brochu, P. (2021, December). School Policies: How Do They Differ across Canadian Provinces? Assessment Matters! #19. Research brief prepared for the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC).
Jones, R.M., & Brochu, P. (2020, June). What Did You Have For Breakfast This Morning? Assessment Matters! #15. Research brief prepared for the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada (CMEC).
Jones, R.M. (2019). Highlights: Review of Prince Edward Island’s Provincial Common Assessment Program. Building on Strengths; Enhancing the Program. Submitted to the Government of Prince Edward Island and the Department of Education, Early Learning and Culture.
Jones, R.M., Brochu, P., Reid, J., & DiLena, S. (2018). Final Report: Review of Prince Edward Island’s Provincial Common Assessment Program. Submitted to the Government of Prince Edward Island and the Department of Education, Early Learning and Culture.
Jones, R. M. (2008). Education Reform Initiatives in Canada. Studies on Education in Canada: Journal of the Japanese Association for Canadian Education Studies. No. 6, 1-11.
Jones, R. M. (2008). Standards Project for Elementary Reading. Research Bulletin #2 (February), prepared for the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO), Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., Kozlow, M., & Lavictoire, F. (2007, June). Delivering Parallel Provincial Assessments Linked to Expectations in English and French Programs: Ontario’s Approach/Ēlaboration d’évaluations provinciales parallèles, reliées aux attentes et contenus d’apprentissage des programmes-cadres en français et en anglais: l’approche de l’Ontario. Papers presented at the Conference on Large-Scale Assessment of Achievement and the Official Languages Issue, Ottawa, Ontario.
Jones, R. M. (2004, May). Research on TIMSS Data Provides Information for Educational Improvement in Ontario. A paper presented at the IEA International Research Conference, Lefkosia, Cyprus.
Jones, R. M. (2002). Insurance Institute of Canada Examination Review. A report prepared for the Insurance Institute of Canada, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M. (2001, November). TIMSS in Ontario: Providing Information for Educational Improvement. A paper presented at the Conference on Empirical Issues in Canadian Education, Ottawa, Ontario.
Jones, R. M., & Sim, C. (2000). Final Report: Program Evaluation, Scenic Valley School Division No. 117 Four-Day Instructional Week Initiative. A report prepared for the Planning and Evaluation Branch of the Saskatchewan Department of Education, Regina, SK.
Jones, R. M., & Sim, C. (1999). Program Review Report: Examinations Study. A report prepared for the Insurance Institute of Canada, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., Sim, C., & Vanayan, M. (1999). Final Report: School Net Survey (Canadian Faculties of Education). A report prepared for the Centre for the Study of Computers in Education, York University, on behalf of School Net, Toronto, ON.
Green, J. M., & Jones, R. M. (1999). The Education Quality and Accountability Office: Ontario’s Response to the Need for Education Accountability and Improvement. International Studies in Educational Administration. 27(1), 54-60.
Jones, R. M. (1998). Evaluating the Ontario Academic Course Teacher In-Service Program. The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. 13(2), 113-122.
Jones, R. M. (1998). Selected Research Highlights: TIMSS Population 2 (13-year-olds). A report prepared for the Education Quality and Accountability Office, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M. (1998, March). Ontario’s Perspective on Assessment and Accountability. A paper presented at the conference of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., & Green, J. M. (1997). A report from the Education Quality and Accountability Office. Orbit. 28(3), 4-8.
Jones, R. M. (1997, September). The Value of International Assessments. A paper presented at the conference of the Canadian Education Association, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., Hunter, D. M., & Randhawa, B. S. (1996). The Use of Holistic Versus Analytic Scoring for Large-Scale Assessment of Writing. The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. 11(2), 61-85.
Jones, R. M. (1996). The School Culture Inventory: A Tool for Identifying Values, Setting Goals, and Bringing About School Improvement. Education Canada. 36(4), 6-10.
Jones, R. M., & Hunter, D. M. (1996). Setting Achievement Standards/Expectations for Large-Scale Student Assessments. The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. 11(1), 35-61.
Jones, R. M., & Hunter, D. M. (1996). Two Approaches to Setting Achievement Standards/Expectations for Large-Scale Assessments: The Saskatchewan Experience. Education Canada. 36(2), 4-7 & 48.
Jones, R. M. (1996). A Step-By-Step Guide to the Development of Educational System Indicators. A booklet developed for the Canadian Test Centre, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., & Spooner, G. (1996). Report of the Program Review: Ontario Academic Course Teacher In-service Program (OAC-TIP). A report prepared for the Education Quality and Accountability Office, Toronto, ON.
Jones, R. M., & Jordan, F. (1995). An Approach to Curriculum Evaluation in Elementary Science. Education Canada. 35(3), 4-9 & 49-52.
Jones, R. M., & Mazurkie, E. (1995). Evaluating an Indian and Métis Education Staff Development Program. The Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation. 10(1), 173-178.
Jones, R. M. (1995). Saskatchewan’s Provincial Learning Assessment Program: An Overview. The Saskatchewan Educational Administrator. 27(2), 4-11.
Jones, R. M., & Jordan, F. (1994). Science 1-5 Curriculum Evaluation. Accelerator. 20 (2), 1-4.
Jones, R. M., & Mazurkie, E. (1994). Evaluation Report: Indian and Métis Education Staff Development Program. A report prepared for the Indian and Métis Education Branch, Department of Education, Training and Employment, Regina, SK.
Jones, R. M., & Nielson, J. I. (1994). Saskatchewan’s Education Indicators Program. Education Canada. 34(2).
Jones, R. M. (1994). Toward an Understanding of Literacy. Research Forum. (12), 38-40.
Jones, R. M. (1993). Curriculum Evaluation in Saskatchewan: An Overview. Education Canada. 33(4), 11-15.
Jones, R. M. (1992). A Process for Teachers Conducting Classroom Research. Research Forum. (10), 52-55.
Jones, R. M., & Martin, A. (1992). Multicultural Education: A Perspective from Saskatchewan Education. Multicultural Perspectives. Fall issue.
Jones, R. M. (1991). Update on School Culture: Case Studies of Three B.C. Secondary Schools. Report prepared for the Ministry of Education, Province of British Columbia, Victoria, B.C.
Jones, R. M. (1988). Relationships Between Community Characteristics and Student Achievement, as Measured by the 1986 British Columbia Science Assessment. An article prepared for the Ministry of Education, Province of British Columbia, Victoria, B.C.
Jones, R. M. (1986). French Immersion Survey: A Needs Assessment. A report prepared for the Board of School Trustees, School District #80 (Kitimat, B.C.).
Jones, R. M. (1977, January). The Spatial Pattern and Character of Exurban Residential Development in Albion Township. A research paper presented at the conference of the Canadian Association of Geographers, Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, ON.
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