Insights
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Improving the efficiency and effectiveness of NCES requires thoughtful discussions.
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Longitudinal studies are the deep‑rooted work that yields the clearest picture of how learning unfolds over time.
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Expanding financial literacy education has improved access, but many U.S. students still struggle to apply what they know to real-world financial decisions. Bridging the gap between knowledge and application requires more real-world, scenario-based learning that helps students use what they…
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In Part 2 of our series on universal child care and PreK expansion, we look at how real‑time feedback from staff and families strengthens quality and keeps programs aligned with community needs.
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Computers are everywhere and the ability to use digital technologies is increasingly important for success at school and work. This blog offers readers an opportunity to solve a computational thinking task taken from ICILS.
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In today’s data-driven world, the way we analyze and interpret data can significantly impact decision-making and policy development. Disaggregating data allows us to uncover hidden trends and disparities that may be masked in aggregated statistics. This is especially vital in…
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In Agora Education Research’s recent blog on the International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS), Linda Hamilton wrote about the study’s role in measuring digital literacy among 8th graders internationally. The study conducted by the International Association for the Evaluation…
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Early childhood is the time to ensure that children are on the road to success. Investing in early childhood works, but only if done right.
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Education agencies face different choices when determining achievement levels on new and existing assessment systems: What should students know and be able to do to meet the proficiency standard?
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As researchers, we want data to be timely, relevant, and actionable without sacrificing quality. That is, we want data to be both fast and good. For parents, teachers, and researchers, understanding how K-12 education changed during the COVID-19 pandemic is…
