An updated look at program practices for Upward Bound
A new study on Upward Bound implementation examines the approaches used to provide core program services for the flagship federal college access program. » More info
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What's New at NCEE
New Findings on the Implementation of Teacher and Principal Performance Measures
A new report looks at the implementation of a set of three performance measures for teachers and principals. » More info
This evaluation brief summarizes the lessons learned from three recent impact studies of content-focused teacher professional development in reading and math. » More info
New report examines low-income students' access to effective teachers in 26 districts
A new report looks at whether low-income students are taught by less effective teachers than high-income students in 26 districts. » More info
Race to the Top: Implementation and Relationship to Student Outcomes
This evaluation report examines how Race to the Top was implemented and its relationship to student achievement. » More info
National Library of Education (NLE)
NLE provides information, statistical, and referral services to the Department of Education, government agencies and the public. The collection focuses on education, including thousands of textbooks and instructional materials, as well as resources on law, public policy, economics, urban affairs, sociology, history, philosophy, and information science.
REL Events and Opportunities
REL Events provide an opportunity to learn from practitioners, policymakers, and researchers from across the country. Check out the REL Events Calendar for upcoming sessions on implementing and using Early Warning Systems and many other important topics in education.
Featured Publication
The Effects of the Elevate Math Summer Program on Math Achievement and Algebra Readiness
This study examined the effects of the Elevate Math summer program on math achievement and algebra readiness, as well as math interest and self-efficacy, among rising 8th grade students in California's Silicon Valley.
Latest Posts from the NCEE Blog
Case Studies of Schools Receiving School Improvement Grants
The final report on the implementation of federal School Improvement Grants (SIG) examines the actions and reactions of 25 schools attempting to turn around low performance.