One of the most important—and impactful—areas of work for the Research Alliance has revolved around the development of evidence-based frameworks for school improvement, support, and accountability. These frameworks are grounded in an understanding that schools are not simply collections of individual teachers and students; they are also organizations, with structures, practices, and norms that can […]
29 November 2023Success Stories
Showcasing the many ways in which RPPs can catalyze change, this section of our website highlights stories of impact as shared by the partnerships in our network (stories are featured on a rotating basis).
When a school district sets sights on something as bold as improved math outcomes for all students, it’s essential to consider who’s invited to the effort. Students are naturally at the top of the guest list, leaving teachers and administrators tasked with a tall order: creating learning spaces and teaching practices that welcome all students […]
29 November 2023In 2022, we undertook our first long-term, systematic investigation of the impacts of the Multnomah County Partnership for Education Research on one of our key stakeholders – practitioner-scholars. Each summer, cohorts of students pursuing an EdD in educational leadership support the six local Multnomah County school districts in conducting district-driven research as part of one […]
29 November 2023