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PIAAC U.S. 2023 Technical Note Now Available
The Technical Note for the U.S. Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) 2023 is now available. This report provides a high-level overview of the design and implementation of PIAAC in the United States, along with cautions in interpreting the data. » More info
New Practice Guide on Teacher-Delivered Behavioral Interventions in Grades K-5
The WWC has released a new practice guide that provides seven evidence-based recommendations for educators to apply low-intensity behavioral interventions and practices with students in kindergarten through grade 5. » More info
REL Pacific's new study on Palau Community College education students' graduation patterns
REL Pacific examined graduation patterns of teacher education students at Palau Community College to support teacher training and recruitment efforts in Palau. The study found the overall graduation times to be at least 2.6 academic years and that there were differences based on the students'' majors, organizational affiliations, and whether students had prior college experience. The results are shared in an infographic that is available in both Palauan and English, and an accompanying technical memo. » More info
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Featured Resources
The Standards for Excellence in Education Research (SEER)
Learn more about the Standards and access resources for making education research more transformational.
Transition from DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Fact Sheet
Information about the Federal government's transition from the DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Featured Publications
Educator's Practice Guide to Support Reading For Understanding, K-3
This new What Works Clearinghouse guide has research-based recommendations for improving early grades reading and ideas and tips for implementation in the classroom.
Guide to Education Data Privacy
This free resource for states and districts was developed by practitioners in the field through the National Forum on Education Statistics. It is designed to assist school staff in protecting the confidentiality of student data.
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Learn more about what IES is doing across the Centers on critical topics in education including English Learners, STEM, Literacy, Career and Technical Education, and Postsecondary Education.
