All the evidence that’s fit to print.
The R4S team has decades of combined experience studying the use of data and research evidence by schools and school leaders. Explore their featured work below and in our publication archive. Looking for something shorter? Try our Resource Center.
Principals’ Confidence in Critical Interpretation of Research
This report describes how confident school administrators feel in evaluating various aspects of a research study.Continue reading Principals’ Confidence in Critical Interpretation of Research
The Role of Federal Agencies in Creating and Administering Evidence-Based Policies
Federal agencies’ push towards the intentional use of evidence in policy development is cause for federal agencies to evaluate the accessibility of existing evidence. Rebecca A. Maynard discusses the four pillars of support provided by federal agencies in the road to advance the federal evidence-based policy agenda. Continue reading The Role of Federal Agencies in Creating and Administering Evidence-Based Policies
Research Use in School District Central Office Decision Making: A Case Study
This case study of Hamilton School District and three central office decisions examines the role of research in central office decisions, focusing on how research is used, what research resources are used, and the factors that influence use. Continue reading Research Use in School District Central Office Decision Making: A Case Study
A Longitudinal Study of Principals’ Activities and Student Performance
This article presents results from a 3-year longitudinal study of principal activities and student performance.Continue reading A Longitudinal Study of Principals’ Activities and Student Performance
The Roles Foundations are Playing in the Evidence-Based Policy Movement
The role of private foundations in the evidence-based policy movement is extensive and significant. Foundations have been shifting their focus from the general government to supporting more state and local levels. Robert C. Granger explores the evolving nature of foundations and provides examples to place the change in context. Continue reading The Roles Foundations are Playing in the Evidence-Based Policy Movement
Program and Policy Evaluations in Practice: Highlights from the Federal Perspective
This paper explores ways to improve the value of policy and program evaluations from the perspectives of current and former government officials.Continue reading Program and Policy Evaluations in Practice: Highlights from the Federal Perspective
How Principals and Peers Influence Teaching and Learning
This paper examines the effects of principal leadership and peer teacher influence on teachers’ instructional practice and student learning. Continue reading How Principals and Peers Influence Teaching and Learning
Views on research through the voices of educators
This discusses educators’ attitudes and beliefs about research.
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Where do Educators go to Learn About Research?
Identifies the people, organizations, and social media educators report as their sources for research-based information.
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