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The “New” Regional Educational Laboratories
INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION SCIENCES
Presented by:Dean Nafziger, Ph.D.REL Southwest at Edvance
Research
NCSL ForumNovember 30, 2007Phoenix, Arizona
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PurposePurpose
… Aware of REL resources
… How to access these resources
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NLN NetworkNLN Network
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History of LabsHistory of LabsAuthorized in 1965 under the Elementary Secondary
Education Act (ESEA)
1965: Focused on general education improvement
1985: Established priority areas focusing on regions
2005: “A corner turned” with NCLB and ESRAReporting to Institute of Education Sciences
(IES)
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What does What does ““NewNew”” mean?mean?
New competition (2005)New missionNew contractors (4 of 10 regions)New tasksNew staff capabilities
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The REL MissionThe REL MissionProvide policymakers and practitioners high quality, scientifically valid education research
Assist in the evaluation of education policies and programs
Focus on improved student achievement
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Independent research entitiesGoverning BoardDefined by IES contractReport objective, scientifically valid resultsFree of political influence
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Key Characteristics of the Key Characteristics of the LabsLabs
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What Labs DonWhat Labs Don’’t Dot Do……
Program or product developmentProfessional developmentGeneral technical assistanceProgram advocacy
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ContrastContrastNewEvidence
Rigorous peer review process of all research
Lab building
Lab network strengthened
OldBroad spectrum
No systematic review process across Labs
Institution building
Labs loosely connected
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The New Look of LabsThe New Look of Labs……..REL’s now have consistent branding
IES network of Labs◦ NLN website◦ Collaboration amongst Laboratories◦ National Reference Desk
Consistent quality
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CompaniesCompanies………………
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……………….. run Labs.. run Labs
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No cost for research
REL branded
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FAQ: How Do I Know When FAQ: How Do I Know When II’’m m Working with the Working with the Lab?Lab?
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Advantage of Working with LabAdvantage of Working with Lab
IES funds researchNeutral position on education issues
No stake in outcome of resultsQuality control of research
Resources of Lab network
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Three Kinds of ResearchThree Kinds of Research
1.Needs Sensing / Market Research
2.Fast response studies
3.Randomized control trials
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Needs Sensing & Technical Needs Sensing & Technical AssistanceAssistance
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Solicitation of input from key region constituents:
State interaction• Legislators• State Communication Officers• District Superintendents• Business leaders
Market Research• Quantitative survey to assess education research needs
across multiple constituent groups
REL Reference Desk
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Fast Response StudiesFast Response StudiesFocus on student outcomesStudy conducted within 12 monthsExisting data used to conduct research25% focus on rural education
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Randomized Control TrialsRandomized Control TrialsCausalLongitudinal studiesConducted over 4-5 year period
Program effectiveness
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Comprehensive Research Review Comprehensive Research Review ProcessProcess
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Quality Control results inQuality Control results in……
… all Lab products meeting
the same high standard
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Published Research Published Research ReportsReports
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NLN NetworkNLN Network
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NLN NetworkNLN Network
NLN Website address:http://edlabs.ed.gov
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Legislators Legislators –– What Can You Do?What Can You Do?
Call your Lab & describe key legislative issuesSend plans for your legislative analysesSend copies of your offices’ analyses to your LabGive feedback on the usefulness of REL reports
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FAQ: What Constitutes Good FAQ: What Constitutes Good Education Research?Education Research?
Answers specific research questionMethodology appropriately matches questionFindings are consistent with evidenceRigorous reviewReadily understood by constituentsPractical applications resulting in improved student outcomes
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FAQ: How Can Labs Assist FAQ: How Can Labs Assist Legislators?Legislators?
Policy briefs on researchFree research across REL NetworkREL Reference DeskTechnical Assistance
Questions Answered
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Contact InformationContact Information
Dean Nafziger, Ph.D.Lab Director
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http://edlabs.ed.gov/RELSouthwestTechnical Assistance
1-877-338-2623
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