Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Program

How can applying computational thinking strategies make middle school math more engaging? REL Midwest’s ENgagement and Achievement through Computational Thinking (ENACT) partnership is currently exploring this with collaborators from Milwaukee Public Schools. REL Midwest is providing sixth grade math teachers from Milwaukee Public Schools with support and coaching to integrate computational thinking and student-focused practices into their teaching, with the goal of building students’ engagement and achievement in math. In this blog post, district curriculum specialists involved in the ENACT partnership discuss the first two years of collaborating with REL Midwest, and the confidence educators have gained through the partnership’s professional learning activities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gXevmd_7

Interested in learning about how schools are implementing tutoring to boost student success in literacy? The Regional Educational Laboratory (#REL) Appalachia recently shared findings from a new study on the implementation and outcomes of the Project On-Track High-Dosage Tutoring Program at the @SREE, Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness Conference.? ? Project On-Track provides high-dosage small-group tutoring to 1st-3rd graders in northeastern Tennessee. REL Appalachia investigated how 56 schools implemented Project On-Track, the characteristics of the students who received the tutoring, and how different approaches were associated with students’ literacy growth. ? ? Check out the report to learn more and review the findings: https://lnkd.in/eTJNt3jC??

REL Southeast and the Georgia Department of Education have partnered to explore the relationship between school climate and students' reading achievement, to improve evidence-based practices for school climate, and support their implementation. Initial findings show a positive link between school climate ratings and literacy scores. Learn more from our blog published here: https://lnkd.in/gargQeQH ?#REL #Literacy #SchoolCulture #SocialEmotionalLearning?#DataUse?

Webinar: Building a Diverse Educator Workforce: Strategies and Lessons Join REL Central and experts from RELs across the country to discuss efforts and evidence-based strategies to promote teacher workforce diversity at four different stages of the teacher pipeline. Each speaker will share about a project that enhances teacher diversity within a particular stage in the teacher pipeline. Participants will learn about ongoing REL efforts across the nation focused on improving teacher workforce diversity and gain a deeper understanding of strategies for diversifying the teacher workforce within each phase of the teacher pipeline. Date: November 15, 2024 Time: 10:30AM – 12:00PM ET Register here: https://lnkd.in/e59QcSHq

Teachers and administrators on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation, home to Dakota and Lakota tribes across North and South Dakota, are concerned that students are not interested in learning math, are often bored, or find math instruction off-putting. To help more elementary students become interested in and re-engage with math, Regional Educational Laboratory Central’s Strengthening Culture-based Education in Standing Rock partnership is supporting teachers, coaches, administrators, community members, Tribal members,?and cultural advisors to create, test, and improve project-based math modules. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gA5VizQw

For effective piloting and sustainable implementation of new practices, considering how systems will change to support implementation is essential for planning. Check out this infographic to learn more about some key concepts and considerations from research for education leaders to effectively implement systemic change. Examples of a systems approach to change are shared in the context of the Federated States of Micronesia’s local K–12 systems developing and implementing culturally sustaining education initiatives. #IESREL #SystemicChange #InstructionalModels #EducationSystems #InnovationInEducation? https://lnkd.in/ebNEFQYb??

Exciting News for Educators & IT Professionals! The "Resource Guide for Supporting Technology in Education"—a comprehensive blueprint tailored for local education agencies committed to harnessing the transformative power of educational technology—was created by REL Northwest in collaboration with the cross-REL leadership group Leveraging Technology to Support Student Learning. The guide offers resources addressing the three phases of technology integration: selection, infrastructure, and implementation, along with considerations for equity and evaluation throughout. Whether you’re an administrator or IT expert, this strategic resource is equipped with curated tools and insights to address the multifaceted challenges of digital learning environments. As we embrace a future where technology and education are increasingly intertwined, it’s essential to ensure our approaches are systematic, equitable, and effective. Let's empower our students with the best digital resources available! https://lnkd.in/gwEr9JMM Join the movement toward innovative and inclusive education. Access the guide, share your thoughts, and let’s discuss how we can collectively drive excellence in teaching and learning through technology. #EdTech #EducationLeaders #DigitalTransformation #InclusiveEducation

Multilingual learners bring a wealth of resources and perspectives to their school and classrooms that can strengthen learning for all students. This infographic discusses how the terminology we use to describe and identify multilingual learners can help signal an asset-based approach that helps to ensure students' experiences are acknowledged, valued, and incorporated. https://lnkd.in/gMEBxQbh

Join REL Southwest on November 7th at 3:00pm CST for an informative webinar: Reimagining K–12 Student Advising Systems for Stronger Outcomes for All Students! Districts and states are rethinking how they approach career planning for students—including starting the process in the early grades and involving more school staff. This webinar is designed for leaders and practitioners at the state, district, and school levels who are committed to improving career pathway access for all students. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of whole-school career planning, the benefits of comprehensive advising systems, and strategies to boost career readiness. Featuring insights from V. Scott H. Solberg and panelists from Texas Education Agency, Kansas State Department of Education, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and Boston Public Schools, this webinar will highlight key elements of a whole-school planning model that involves staff beyond guidance counselors or administrators. Join the conversation! #EdLeaders #CareerPathways #IESREL #StudentSuccess Register today:?https://lnkd.in/eR34gjqA