MIND Research Institute

JANUARY 16, 2018

In many cases, it’s just one study. Educators aren’t the only ones stuck in this “one good study” paradigm. Highly credible edtech evaluation lists give top marks for just one RCT (randomized controlled trial). Highly credible edtech evaluation lists give top marks for just one RCT (randomized controlled trial).

Study 85

Study EdTech Program Evaluation Assessment 85

MIND Research Institute

JUNE 20, 2023

If you’re merely looking to check a box saying “It has evidence” before you commit to a program, you’re asking for something that can be generated by any program. Savvy practitioners in the field of education should be dissatisfied with this simplistic “checkbox” approach to evaluating program effectiveness.

Comparison 52

Comparison EdTech E-rate Outcomes 52

edWeb.net

MARCH 16, 2020

Panelist Phyllis Jordan, editorial director at FutureEd, pointed to the results of the organization’s analysis of states’ 2017 ESSA plans, which require one non-academic indicator for school assessments. FutureEd and Attendance Works, explained Jordan, studied evidence-based interventions that meet ESSA requirements.

Policies 52

Policies Dropout Outcomes Comparison 52

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 18, 2019

Critics have attacked Big Pharma for widespread biases in studies of new and potentially profitable drugs. And that may be leaving teachers and school administrators in the dark about the full story of classroom programs and interventions they are considering buying. They want a study that puts the best face forward.”

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Education Study Analysis Industry 112