Works in Progress

The RELs do research on a wide variety of topics that are selected to address the needs and interests of their regional stakeholders. See REL AP's current works in progress in each area below.

Data Use

Using Classification and Regression Tree (CART) Analysis to Identify Students at Risk of Adverse Outcomes: A Guide for State and Local Data Leaders

REL Appalachia is developing a report that will show state and local educators how classification and regression tree (CART) analysis can provide insights into relevant policy questions by describing factors that educators need to consider when developing research questions that are answerable using CART and how to communicate these questions to data analysts.

Using Data and Evidence to Facilitate Action

REL Appalachia is partnering with the West Virginia Department of Education to develop data tools and support schools and districts to use the data tools to monitor program participation and associated outcomes, and to continuously improve programs aimed at supporting students experiencing trauma. Representatives from Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia engage with REL Appalachia and West Virginia leaders to provide input on the plans and activities and to learn from the tool development process.

Postsecondary

Virginia High School Career and Technical Education Credentials: Trends in Attainment and Postsecondary Enrollment Outcomes

REL Appalachia is partnering with Virginia state education agencies to conduct a study to describe student outcomes following a new policy that requires students who earn Virginia's Standard Diploma to earn a career technical education (CTE) credential as well to determine if the new policy influenced the following student outcomes: earning multiple career and technical education credentials, completing a CTE program of study, and enrolling in college