Policy Makers

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The Importance of Equity and Community in Thoughtful Innovation and Evaluation

July 7, 2024

AJ is a passionate advocate for education equity attends a conference and argues for increased research funding. When challenged by panelists who emphasize experience over research, he realizes the importance of including the community in research design to rebuild trust, especially for Black communities historically harmed by unethical studies. This op-ed highlights the need for both innovation and community-centered research to achieve equitable educational solutions.

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New Insights on Tutoring Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness

June 13, 2024

Tutoring boosts academic performance, but more research is needed to pinpoint the most effective methods. Accelerate’s report analyzed 89 K-12 studies to assess tutoring approaches’ impact on student achievement. With federal funding ending, cost-effective interventions are crucial. Although less than a quarter of studies met evidence standards, Saga Education’s tutoring showed significant gains. Accelerate’s analysis highlights the importance of tutoring dosage and effectiveness, guiding states and districts towards impactful solutions.

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The NEA Endorses High-Impact Tutoring in Schools, Hope for Student Success

February 21, 2024

In mid-February, the National Education Association, the nation’s largest union, endorsed in-school-day high-impact tutoring. Here’s the heart of what they said:  “The research is clear: high-impact tutoring improves student learning. Over the past few years, finding a consensus around the most effective strategies and interventions to address post-COVID learning recovery has largely been elusive. However,…