Teach Effectively!

The Best Evidence Encyclopedia (BEE) from the Center for Data-Driven Reform in Education (CDDRE) at the Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD, US) provides a marvelous set of resources to help educators and the public understand effective practices. BEE, which is funded by the Institute of Education Sciences in the U.S. Department of Education, summarizes the results of meta-analyses or other integrative sumamaries that have examined the efficacy of curricula, computer applications, and instructional practices.

To date, there are reports on elementary mathematics, middle and high school mathematic, technology in reading and math, comprehensive school reform models (elementary, secondary, and K-12 levels), education service providers, and reading for English language learners. Each report is available in a detailed form (PDF) and as a readily accessible summary. The ratings of programs and practices employ a Consumer-Reports style image that ranges from empty (”no impact”) to full (”strong evidence of effectiveness”).

This is an excellent resource. Pass in on to your students, fellow educators, or school board members. Submit your e-mail address to the alerts list and learn about newly released reports as they are announced.

Link to the BEE home page.