We are excited to announce the launch of the first phase of our digital modernization initiative, a project that began five years ago to improve your ability to access education research, evaluations, and statistics. Check out our website to see more:

Learn how the IES- and @NSF-funded National AI Institute for Exceptional Education at @Ubuffalo is developing tools to help children with speech and language difficulties.

Chronic #absenteeism (missing at least 10% of school days) is a major issue impacting the U.S. education system. Over the past year, IES has compiled resources that educators and policymakers can use to improve student attendance: #IESYearInReview

Dr. Daphne Greenberg (@gsucehd), an #IESfunded researcher and adult literacy expert, discusses the latest @EdNCES #PIAAC results on @Marketplace and implications of low literacy for the nation and individuals:

Earlier this year, NCER launched a research competition to fund innovative ideas as they grow from seedlings to scalable solutions: Stay tuned for more on these projects as they advance through the three funding phases. #IESYearInReview

Earlier this year, IES funded a new NCSER R&D Center: The Special Educator Workforce: A Research Collaborative. See how this center proposes to strengthen the #SpecialEducation workforce:

Throughout the year, @EdNCES releases interactive results from the School Pulse Panel. Topics covered in 2024 include absenteeism, mental health, & staff hiring. Explore the most up-to-date data on these & other topics: #IESYearInReview

In 2024, NCER invested in 4 new centers focused on Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to Augment Teaching & Learning in Classrooms (U-GAIN). Learn about these centers & how they can identify solutions that improve learner outcomes: #IESYearInReview

In fall 2024, NCSER launched its first grant competition for doctoral students: the Special Education Dissertation Research Fellowship Program. Learn more in this blog post, and stay tuned to learn about our first cohort of grantees: #IESYearInReview

Over the past year, NCEE conducted several studies evaluating federal education programs. One study explored the effects of experimental expansions to #PellGrant eligibility, which @usedgov piloted. Learn more & explore findings: #IESYearInReview

The REL Program supports educators nationwide in using data and evidence-based practice to improve opportunities and outcomes for learners. Learn more about how RELS are making a difference: #IESYearInReview

Many students with learning disabilities receive an extended time accommodation (ETA) on standardized tests. In a blog post from earlier this year, NCSER interviewed two IES-funded researchers who are exploring the use of ETAs. #IESYearInReview

Earlier this year, @EdNCES released the 2024 #ConditionOfEd. Check out the report to find #EdStats on topics like #COVID19 funding, English learners, and #postsecondary enrollment. Plus, explore the report’s customizable figures. #IESYearInReview

In collaboration with @NSF, NCER established a new R&D center on elementary science education earlier this year. The center will focus on increasing early pathways to STEM learning. Find out more: #IESYearInReview

The What Works Clearinghouse just released a practice guide with low-intensity behavioral interventions for students in grades K–5. Explore the guide to learn how to support students in demonstrating expected classroom behaviors: #IESYearInReview

We’re ending 2024 by looking back at some of the biggest reports, activities, and initiatives from across IES this year. Follow along at #IESYearInReview to learn more.

With a new #IESfunded #EDIESSBIR Phase II award, ArtMath (@artmath_for_all) is fully developing an AI-powered platform that is intended to make operations and algebra thinking engaging and interactive for elementary students. Learn more here:

With a new #IESfunded meta-analysis, @UOCTLResearch's @GenaNelsonPhD and @BenClarke74 and Baylor College of Medicine's Dr. Peter Boedeker will investigate overall effects & moderators of PreK-1 math interventions for students with math difficulties. #NCSER

With a new #IESfunded #NCER award, Laura Giuliano, David Card, Damon Clark (@nberpubs), and Umut Özek (@RANDcorporation) will study the long-run impacts of Florida’s test-based retention policy and a wide range of mechanisms. Learn more:

With a new #IESfunded #EDIESSBIR Phase II award, @startercarr (@missiondotio) is fully developing a gamified cross-curricular literacy platform for use in 5th grade classrooms. Learn more here: