SRI International Researchers to Present on Broad Range of Education Issues at 2008 American Education Research Association (AERA) Meeting
Menlo Park, CA.,– March 24, 2008– SRI International, an independent nonprofit research and development organization, today announced that SRI education researchers will offer workshops, presentations and participate in panel discussions about critical issues that impact teacher effectiveness and student achievement. The workshops and presentations will be given at the annual meeting of the American Education Research Association (AERA) on March 23-28 in New York City.
SRI researchers will address compelling issues in education, including: student and teacher learning, mathematics and science instruction, impact of technology on learning, education leadership and school reform, , charter schools, and education of youth with disabilities.
About SRI International
Silicon Valley-based SRI International is one of the world's leading independent research and technology development organizations. Founded as Stanford Research Institute in 1946, SRI has been meeting the strategic needs of clients and partners for more than 60 years. The nonprofit research institute performs client-sponsored research and development for government agencies, businesses, and foundations. In addition to conducting contract R&D, SRI licenses its technologies, forms strategic partnerships, and creates spin-off companies.
About SRI's Centers for Education Research
SRI International has three centers dedicated to education research. The Center for Education Policy studies reforms that hold promise for improving the K-16 system of schooling and lifelong learning. The Center conducts research and evaluations on the design, implementation and impact of educational programs, especially improvement efforts targeted at disadvantaged students.
The Center for Education and Human Services examines the design, implementation and impact of policies, program and practices in the areas of early childhood, special education, school partnerships, and community services and strategies.
The mission of the Center for Technology in Learning is to improve teaching and learning by conducting research in the innovative design, use and assessment of interactive learning environments. Within the Center, a Strategic Learning Consulting practice helps educational technology firms improve their products by providing research insights and strengthening educational designs.
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