Peter Keegan

Dr Peter Keegan is a senior Lecturer, Te Puna Wānanga, Faculty of Education at the University of Auckland, New Zealand.
Qualifications:

• PhD (Applied Linguistics) - Victoria University of Wellington, 2003
• M.Phil (Linguistics) - The University of Waikato, 1996
• B.A Hons (Linguistics)- Victoria University of Wellington, 1993
• B.A. (Linguistics/Maori)- The University of Waikato, 1992

Interests in measurement (including Item Response Theory), assessment and language testing, especially in Maori and indigenous language education contexts. Focuses on quantitative approaches to research and data. Undertakes research on changes in the structure of Maori language and efforts to revitalize Maori and indigenous languages, in educational and community contexts. Also interested in the achievement of Maori and minority students.
More info: http://www.education.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/peter-keegan