Research & Development
5e Cognition conducts independent, applied research focused on access, language, and cognition in learning. Projects are practice-based and designed to inform ethical, evidence-informed educational assessment and instructional design.
Mathematics & Computational Cognition
This independent research stream examines relationships between mathematical learning, executive functioning, and autistic cognitive profiles. The focus is on identifying patterns of strengths and challenges that can inform more precise and humane instructional approaches to mathematics.
Families who participate receive a comprehensive educational assessment report outlining mathematical learning patterns and instructional recommendations.
View mathematics research details →Decode Science — Instructional Design Research
Decode Science is a research-informed instructional platform designed to reduce language-based barriers in secondary science. Research in this stream focuses on vocabulary instruction, morphology-based word analysis, structured visuals, and formative classroom assessment.
Teacher pilot studies provide access to Decode Science tools, formative assessments, and opportunities to contribute feedback to ongoing development.
View Decode Science pilot studies →Ethics, Privacy & Research Integrity
All research and pilot studies conducted through 5e Cognition are designed in alignment with the principles outlined in the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2).
Participation is voluntary. Informed consent is obtained prior to participation, and participants may withdraw at any time without penalty. Participant welfare, confidentiality, and transparency are central to all project design and implementation.
Detailed information regarding data handling, storage, and participant rights is available on the Privacy & Data Handling page.