Study of Enhanced College Advising in Upward Bound: Impacts on Steps Toward College
A new report finds that certain kinds of advising can help disadvantaged students take steps towards enrolling in a more selective college. » More info
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Dr. Matthew Soldner Named Commissioner for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance
IES Director Mark Schneider's Statement: I am pleased to announce that Dr. » More info
The Investing in Innovation Fund: Summary of 67 Evaluations
A new report finds that 49 of the first 67 completed i3 grant evaluations were implemented consistent with What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) evidence standards and 12 of the evaluations found a positive impact on at least one student academic outcome. » More info
Evaluation of the DC Opportunity Scholarship Program: Impacts After Two Years
A new report found that the DC Opportunity Scholarship Program (OSP), the only federally-funded private school voucher program in the United States, had negative impacts on math achievement but positive impacts on parent and student perceptions of school safety for those participating in the program. » More info
A new evaluation brief summarizes findings describing youth with disabilities and their activities in school, including trends over time. » More info
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REL Events and Opportunities
REL Events provide an opportunity to learn from practitioners, policymakers, and researchers from across the country. Check out the REL Events Calendar for upcoming sessions on implementing and using Early Warning Systems and many other important topics in education.
Featured Publication
Self-Regulated Strategy Development for Students with a Specific Learning Disability
This What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) intervention report summarizes the research on Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD), an intervention for grades 2 through 12. Based on the research, the WWC found that SRSD has potentially positive effects on writing achievement for students with a specific learning disability.
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Pooled Evaluation Plan for Fiscal Year 2018
The plan describes the activities in Fiscal Year 2018 that will be supported by pooled evaluation funds under the Every Student Succeeds Act