White Paper
Worth the investment: Why research and innovation matter for improving outcomes for all kids
Trustworthy assessment data and an evidence-based understanding of what truly improves student learning can facilitate decision-making. At NWEA, we pursue both relentlessly because we know doing so improves outcomes for kids.
Topics: Education research
Products: MAP Growth
eBook
Assessment empowerment 101: What it is, why it matters, and how to do it
We assess our students every day. But do we always know why? In this e-book, Erin Beard, content design coordinator on NWEAās professional learning team, tells you everything you need to know about assessment empowerment, from what it is to exactly how to bring it to life in your classroom.
Topics: Professional learning
Products: Professional Learning
Video
MAP Reading Fluency dyslexia screener: The importance of early intervention
When you know students are struggling early, you can help them early. In this video, you’ll learn how NWEA’s Dyslexia Screener can help you assess kids and meet their needs sooner.
Topics: Literacy
Products: MAP Reading Fluency
Policy Brief
Whatās working? Research providing real-time insights into districtsā recovery efforts
In response to disrupted learning opportunities associated with the pandemic, the Road to Recovery (R2R) research team is researching which recovery interventions are improving student outcomes. Learn more about the goals of this project, what we know so far, and early recommendations for districts.
Topics: Education research, Policy & advocacy
Products: MAP Growth
Brief
How can we support academic growth for English learners (ELs) who may have experienced disproportionate academic impacts from COVID-19? Recent NWEA research may help inform how federal ESSER funding can provide early intervention and extended school year support in the summer and after-school that can create sustainable change and further growth for ELs.
Topics: Assessment, Multilingual learners, Policy & advocacy
Products: MAP Growth
Brief
How can we support academic growth for students with disabilities (SWD) who may have experienced disproportionate academic impacts from COVID-19? Recent NWEA research may help inform how federal ESSER and IDEA funding can provide early intervention, extended school year support in the summer, and other evidence-based supports that can create sustainable change and further growth for SWD.
Topics: Education research, Multilingual learners, Policy & advocacy
Webinar
Reimagine: Strategies for helping early readers bounce back from interrupted learning
Leading literacy experts share evidence-based strategies for supporting early readers, including tips for instructional planning, scaffolding, and providing interventions. Get guidance for improving data-informed reading instruction using reporting tools available in MAP Reading Fluency.
Topics: Literacy
Products: MAP Reading Fluency