Research, Measurement, & Evaluation

Research is on the rise as experts work to discover the most effective ways to bring innovative learning practices into K-12 classrooms. Implementing evidence-based practices requires coordinated action around capturing, collecting, and analyzing information about pilot and program inputs and outputs to measure implementation and determine efficacy. Ultimately, practitioners engage in this work in service of providing the best opportunities to students.

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Example: The Myth of Learning Styles (IgnitED Research)

This video shares evidence from the learning sciences and a practitioner perspective around the myth of learning styles

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Driving EdTech Systems: Build Research and Measurement Capacity

Effective and powerful edtech systems root decisions in data.

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Advocating for Students’ Unfinished Learning Needs

Using data to address unfinished learning

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Example: Not All Feedback is Created Equal (IgnitED Research)

This video shares evidence from the learning sciences and a practitioner perspective around student feedback

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Tool: Learner Positioning Systems from Digital Promise Global

A tool for finding research-based strategies to support all learners

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Adult Wellbeing in Schools

Understanding and measuring the wellbeing of leaders, educators, and staff

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How to Run a Focus Group

Planning and running focus groups to capture insights and evidence

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Example: Mix It Up! The Benefits of Mixed-Ability Groups (IgnitED Research)

This video shares evidence from the learning sciences and a practitioner perspective about the benefits of mixed-ability student groups

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How to Build Accurate and Meaningful Data Visualizations

Strategies for visually presenting data and communicating results