Equity
It remains a critical challenge to ensure all children—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, and/or ability—have access to a high-quality education. We are at a pivotal time where communities and schools are navigating issues of equity, poverty, and opportunity gaps against a backdrop of shifting education policy. With access to exceptional data and a multi-disciplinary team of researchers and research partners, we are able to provide unique insight into these important issues.
Mind the kinder-gap: New data on children’s math and reading skills as they enter kindergarten
Data on children’s academic preparation at kindergarten entry tell a story of both declining achievement and shrinking gaps.
Topics: Early learning, Equity
Dual language education and academic growth
This study examined math and reading academic achievement and growth in grades 2 to 8 for Hispanic participants and nonparticipants of a Spanish-English dual language program.
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners, Seasonal learning patterns & summer loss
Dual identification? The effects of English Learner status on special education placement
This study examines the effects of English Learner (EL) status on subsequent Special Education (SPED) placement.
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners
Assessment education: Bridging research, theory, and practice to promote equity and student learning
This book focuses on practical uses of assessment in education and provides resources and strategies for teachers, administrators, and other educational leaders who strive toward data-informed instruction that balances the use of assessment to address opportunity gaps.
Topics: Empowering educators, Equity
5 patterns in math skills of new kindergarteners—and 4 ways to address them
Learn what research shows about the variation in math skills early learners have when they enter kindergarten and ways to support building of these foundational skills.
Topics: Equity, Early learning, Math & STEM
How can educators effectively engage students with disabilities in distance learning? Elizabeth Barker shares shares four ingredients for effective special education in this piece by The 74’s Beth Hawkins.
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Topics: Equity, Accessibility, COVID-19 & schools
The 4 ingredients you need for reaching students with disabilities online
The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework, formative assessment strategies, student data, and individualized or small-group instruction can help educators provide quality instruction for students with in distance learning.
Topics: Equity, Accessibility, COVID-19 & schools
