How do different organizations and systems within the areas of education research, practice, and policy work together within states across the country, and how does this compare across states? We introduce a cross-state analysis of the research-practice-policy ecosystems in eight states that seeks to develop a common framework from which to examine the systems of organizations that interact to help research, practice, and policy work together to improve educational outcomes.
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UNDERSTANDING THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELORS IN PROVIDING COMPUTER SCIENCE OPPORTUNITIES TO RURAL STUDENTS: A RESEARCH-PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP’S JOURNEY TOWARD LEVERAGING THE EXPERTISE OF RPP TEAM MEMBERS
How can RPPs understand and leverage the role and expertise different partners contribute, especially in the partnership’s early years? The Secure and Upgrade Computer Science in Classrooms through an Ecosystem with Scalability & Sustainability (SUCCESS) RPP shares its journey of understanding the crucial role middle school counselors play in providing computer science learning to rural students.
STORIES OF IMPACT FROM SIX RESEARCH-PRACTICE PARTNERSHIPS
One of the best ways to demonstrate the “why,” “how to,” and “so what” of research-practice partnerships, we have found, is to share what RPP work looks like in real life – and what impact it has in real life. Here, we share six stories of RPP impact, as told by partnerships within NNERPP from various settings and contexts and at various different stages of their partnership journey.
REFLECTING ON PROGRESS IN SUPPORTING CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT WORK
Proving Ground works to support partners in making evidence-based continuous improvement part of the ordinary course of business. In this conclusion to the “Improving Improvement” series, Proving Ground shares a thoughtful reflection on their progress towards that goal.
USING CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE AND EQUITABLE EVALUATION APPROACHES IN PARTNERSHIP WORK
How can RPPs use culturally responsive and equitable evaluation (CREE) approaches in their work? Education Northwest spotlights the CREE framework and shares a real-world example of using the CREE approach in partnership work.
CHANGING THE CULTURE: FIVE STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING BRIDGES IN RESEARCH-PRACTICE PARTNERSHIPS IN THE EARLY YEARS
How can RPPs create a culture of collaboration and build relationships in the early years? The ReadUp partnership shares insights and experiences from its early years of working together to produce and use research that reduces disparities in students’ reading achievement.
ENGAGING PARENTS AS CO-DESIGNERS AND RESEARCHERS IN RESEARCH-PRACTICE PARTNERSHIPS
Historically marginalized children, particularly those from underserved communities, often have limited access to enriching environments within their neighborhoods. An RPP between the Orange County Educational Advancement Network (OCEAN) and the Santa Ana Early Learning Initiative (SAELI) works to transform everyday locations into vibrant spaces for rich STEM learning – by centering the voices, experiences, and expertise of parents in the co-design of these learning environments.
SHIFTING OUR PERSPECTIVES OF THE TIME IT TAKES TO ENGAGE IN IMPROVEMENT WORK
Engaging in improvement work can feel like it takes up a lot of time for school district leads. Why is that and how much time is too much time? Proving Ground examines these questions.
RPP 101: UNDERSTANDING IMPORTANT RPP BASICS
Are you new to RPPs and aren’t sure where to start? Or do you need a refresher on the most up-to-date thinking on RPPs? We share a brief overview of NNERPP’s recent RPP 101 Workshop Series and a new resource addressing these questions.
EQUITY-CENTERED AND VISION-ALIGNED RESEARCH: STRATEGIES OF A DISTRICT RESEARCH OFFICE TO BUILD BETTER RESEARCH COLLABORATIONS
How can RPPs can offer a path forward in research rooted in school needs and balanced inquiry? Two district research leaders share their perspectives and experiences, shining a spotlight on the meaning and value of RPP work from this vantage point.
ASSESSING SECOND GRADERS’ HANDWRITING USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY: FINDINGS FROM AN RPP IN FRANCE
Teachers and school staff in the French town of Besançon noticed that students did not want to write by hand anymore and were having difficulties in their handwriting. The local RPP –the first one in France– responded with a research project addressing elementary school students’ challenges with handwriting.
DOES MONEY MATTER FOR THE PRODUCTION OF RELEVANT RESEARCH? INCENTIVIZING RESEARCHERS TO WORK ON RESEARCH RELEVANT TO PRACTICE, POLICY, AND COMMUNITIES
Can university grant-making programs help address the research-practice divide in education? An examination of three such programs designed to incentivize university researcher participation in RPP work.
