The Research to Practice Connection in School Improvement

What does research tell us about best practices in school improvement and how can leaders share a vision for success? AIR’s Catherine Barbour and Kerstin Carlson LeFloch discuss.

Episode 1: How Teachers and Leaders Work Together to Support School Improvement
To improve low-performing schools, principals must be strategic leaders who can share a vision for change. Learn what research shows and what AIR has observed through hands-on technical assistance.

Episode 2: Setting the Stage for School—Three Key Ideas for School Improvement
Instructional coherence, needs assessment and using data for continuous improvement are three critical components of school improvement. Experts discuss the evidence and examples from AIR’s work in schools.