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A Compendium of Math and Science Research Funded by NCER and NCSER: 2002–2013

Between 2002 and 2013, the Institute of Education Sciences (Institute) funded over 300 projects focused on math and science through the National Center for Education Research (NCER) and the National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER). Together, researchers funded by NCER and NCSER have developed or tested more than 215 instructional interventions (e.g., packaged curricula, intervention frameworks, and instructional approaches), 75 professional development programs, 165 educational technologies, and 65 assessments in math and science.

NCER commissioned the development of this compendium with the intent to present information in a structured, accessible, and usable manner. This compendium organizes information on the NCER and NCSER projects into two main sections: Mathematics and Science. Within each section, projects are sorted into chapters based on content area, grade level, and intended outcome. The compendium also includes multiple appendices and an index to help readers locate specific types of information (e.g., projects that focus on English language learners, specific interventions).

Section I: Mathematics

Mathematics in Prekindergarten
Number and Quantity
Algebraic Thinking, Equations, and Algebra
Measurement, Data, Statistics, and Probability
Geometry
Fractions and Functions
Multi-Unit and Integrated Mathematics
Student Practice, Inquiry, and Reasoning in Mathematics
Student Perceptions, Motivations, Attitudes, and Anxiety about Mathematics
Mathematics in Postsecondary and Adult Education
Teacher Instruction, Pedagogy, and Professional Development in Mathematics
Mathematics Assessment
Mathematics Policy

Section II: Science

Science in Prekindergarten
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Earth and Space Sciences
Multi-Unit and Integrated Science
Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science
Student Practice, Inquiry, and Reasoning
Student Perceptions, Motivations, Attitudes, and Anxiety about Science
Science in Postsecondary and Adult Education Settings
Teacher Instruction, Pedagogy, and Professional Development in Science
Science Assessment
Science Policy

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