This study examines and compares the recruitment, employment, and retention of minority and nonminority school teachers over the past quarter century. Results point to a persistent gap between the percentage of minority students and the percentage of minority teachers in the U.S. school system. This gap is not due to a failure to recruit new minority teachers, but rather due […]
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Study of Emerging Teacher Evaluation Systems
This study provides descriptive information on the design and early implementation of teacher evaluation systems in eight local school districts. This exploratory study is intended to help other districts and states learn from the experiences of these eight districts to inform future research on the effects of teacher evaluation systems on teacher professional practice and student performance. The study sample […]
Two Strategies to Help Your Child Learn to Love Math
In this short, user-friendly animated video from the Institute of Education Sciences, parents are encouraged to instill a positive attitude about learning and math in their young children. Two evidence-based strategies shared in the video that parents can use to support an interest in mathematics as well as the development of early math concepts in their children are: Teach children […]
Teaching Math to Young Children
Teaching Math to Young Children focuses on five evidence-based recommendations based on children ages 3 through 6 who are enrolled in preschool, prekindergarten, and kindergarten programs. This Institute of Education Sciences (IES) guide highlights three common themes: Early math instruction should include multiple content areas; Developmental progressions can help guide instruction and assessment; and Children should have regular and meaningful […]
The Hexagon: An Exploration Tool
This tool from the National Implementation Research Network helps teams discuss the feasibility and fit factors associated with the selection of potential programs and practices. The document provides a form to support team discussion and consideration of implementation site (i.e., capacity, fit, need) and program (i.e., evidence, usability, supports) indicators. The form has the benefit of promoting objective decision-making. The […]