SRI International Researchers to Present New Findings at American Education Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting in Chicago
MENLO PARK, Calif. -- April 2, 2007 -- SRI International education policy experts and researchers will present important new findings at the American Education Research Association (AERA) annual meeting in Chicago from April 9-April 13. SRI, an independent nonprofit research and development institute, is scheduled to present on more than 30 topics, including:
- Teacher Preparation
- Charter School Research and Evaluation
- Intentions and Tensions of Accountability under No Child Left Behind
- Characteristics of and Services for Students with Disabilities
- Challenges and Innovations in Studying Learning in Informal Contexts
- Family Involvement Interventions: Shining the Spotlight on Evaluation
SRI researchers will also conduct several professional development and training workshops at the conference, including "Designing and Validating Assessments for Research: A Practical Roadmap From Conceptual Framework to Work Plan."
About SRI's Education Research Centers
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.
About SRI International
Silicon Valley-based SRI International (www.sri.com) 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 for more than 60 years. The nonprofit research institute performs client-sponsored research and development for government agencies, commercial businesses and private foundations. In addition to conducting contract R&D, SRI licenses its technologies, forms strategic partnerships and creates spin-off companies.
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