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What does high-quality education research say about ...

Welcome to McREL's education hot topics page. It is designed to provide members of the media with brief overviews of what the latest, high-quality research—from McREL and others—says about key education topics.

Can't find the topic or information you're looking for? Contact us and we'll help you find the latest education research you need for your story.

 

Hot Topics

Characteristics of effective teachers

Classroom strategies for helping low-achieving students meet standards

Effective instruction strategies

Extended School Days and School Years

Four-day school weeks

The High School Dropout Rate

Leadership

One-to-one computer initiatives (e.g., laptop initiatives)

Out-of-school-time programs (e.g., after-school and summer school)

School improvement

School size

School quality vs. student background

Summer learning losses

Superintendent leadership

Web 2.0 and its role in teaching and learning

Other resources for reporters

Understanding No Child Left Behind (NCLB)

Understanding research: a primer