McREL studies education research to find evidence-based best practices for effective teaching, learning, leading, systemic change, and school improvement. We share insights from our analyses in the free publications you’ll find on this page.
To explore these ideas more deeply and build your team’s professional capacities, contact us for a conversation about professional learning or consulting with the publication’s authors.
McREL investigated the effects of Pioneer Valley Book’s Literacy Footprints guided reading system on third-grade students’ English language arts performance on the Florida Statewide Assessment. Our study found a small but statistically significant positive effect on the average ELA test scores for students who used Literacy Footprints. Read the report for a full description of the study methodology and results.
McREL researchers collaborated with members of student voice organizations in Oregon and Kentucky to delve into what shapes students’ cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and social engagement in school, including students’ experiences during pandemic-caused online learning. The report provides recommendations and a framework for schoolwide and classroom practices that support student engagement.
McREL conducted an evaluation of Education Galaxy’s Online Assessment, Practice, and Instruction programs on 4th grade math and reading, using a study design that meets ESSA’s Tier 2 Moderate Evidence standard. Our study found grade-level gains in math (0.58) and reading (0.30), for students using the programs.
