Chronic #absenteeism (missing at least 10% of school days) is a major issue impacting the U.S. education system. Over the past year, IES has compiled resources that educators and policymakers can use to improve student attendance: ies.ed.gov/EvidenceBased/… #IESYearInReview

Learn how the IES- and U.S. National Science Foundation-funded National AI Institute for Exceptional Education at @Ubuffalo is developing tools to help children with speech and language difficulties. apnews.com/article/artifi…

We are excited to announce the launch of the first phase of our digital modernization initiative, a project that began five years ago to improve your ability to access education research, evaluations, and statistics. Check out our website to see more: ies.ed.gov

This week, IES is highlighting resources that support educators teaching reading. According to the most recent NAEP, The Nation's Report Card results, 40% of fourth graders scored below the Basic achievement level in reading. Stay tuned to learn how educators and parents can help all students read.

The What Works Clearinghouse practice guide, Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding in Grades K-3, provides recommendations for educators to improve reading skills. Read the recommendations below and click on the link for more info: ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/pract…

To help educators implement evidence-based practices, IES has developed a new guide for improving literacy outcomes for students. Check out our new blog to learn more about this guide and access additional IES resources that support literacy: ies.ed.gov/learn/blog/pla…

This week, we're featuring resources to support parents as they promote literacy at home. Check out these fast facts from NCES to learn about the early literacy activities parents and caregivers are doing most often: nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/disp…

Check out this IES fact sheet that provides resources for parents and caregivers of young children to support emergent literacy at home: ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou…

Parents of elementary school children can check out this IES resource that provides these family activities with easy-to-follow instructions that help children in grades K-3 practice foundational reading skills: ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou…

We’re back! The Regional Educational Laboratory Appalachia (REL AP) has resumed operations, continuing projects across KY, TN, VA, and WV. Subscribe to our newsletter and get updates in your inbox: lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/EXdAvtX

How can schools help students prepare for life after graduation? REL Appalachia partnered with TN districts to boost college and career readiness using a holistic approach. Learn more: ies.ed.gov/learn/blog/hol…

E-portfolios REL Central’s new tip sheet—developed with Kansas educators—shares strategies, examples & classroom ideas to make e-portfolios meaningful. #Education #Eportfolios 🔗 E-Portfolios: Individual Plans of Study Tip Sheet | IES

E-portfolios REL Central’s new tip sheet—developed with Kansas educators—shares strategies, examples & classroom ideas to make e-portfolios meaningful. #Education #Eportfolios 🔗ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou…

Career exploration links students’ strengths to real opportunities. REL Central’s new tip sheet offers practical, hands-on strategies from Kansas educators. #CareerReadiness #CareerExploration 🔗 ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou…

Bring research to life in algebra classrooms! 🧮 REL Central & Lincoln Public Schools (NE) created a toolkit with videos, activities & tools to strengthen algebra instruction. Explore: 🔗ies.ed.gov/regional-educa… #MathEducation #TeachingAlgebra #RELcentral #Algebra

SMART goals = student growth. See how Kansas educators use goal setting to boost reflection, accountability & future planning in REL Central’s new tip sheet: 🔗ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou… #Education #GoalSetting #StudentVoice

Bring research to life in algebra classrooms! 🧮 REL Central created a toolkit with videos, activities & tools to strengthen algebra instruction. Explore: 🔗 ies.ed.gov/regional-educa… #MathEducation #Algebra #RELcentral

The new IES Toolkit to Support Evidence-Based Writing Instruction translates research into ready-to-use professional learning modules, lesson templates, and PLC supports for evidence-based instruction. Get it here: ies.ed.gov/learn/blog/sup… #WritingEducation

Take the next step in technology transformation at your institution! Our toolkit offers planning guides and readiness assessments for postsecondary education leaders and instructors. Learn more here: ies.ed.gov/regional-educa… #EdLeaders #InstitutionalExcellence

Preparing students for life after high school starts early. Check out #RELSouthwest’s resource roundup for families & educators on #collegereadiness & #careerreadiness: ies.ed.gov/learn/blog/res…