KU Center for Research on Learning
Divisions
Advanced Learning Technologies (ALTEC)
ALTEC designs, develops, and evaluates the effective use of educational technologies in K-12 instruction
and uses evolving technologies to connect and engage learners.
Division of Adult Studies (DAS)
Through research and collaboration, DAS works to improve services for people with disabilities or
disadvantages and cultivates improved policies, systems, and practices.
E-Learning Design Lab
The eLearning Design Lab studies and develops new uses of technology to improve learning
environments and meet the educational needs of society.
Institute for Research on Adolescent Learning
IRAL develops and researches instructional practices, strategies, and programs—including Fusion Reading—that
significantly enhance the achievement of adolescents who struggle with learning.
Kansas Coaching Project
KCP conducts research on instructional coaching—on-site professional development
intended to teach educators how to use proven instructional methods.
Professional Development Research Institute
PDRI studies ways to deliver quality learning opportunities and support to teachers and
other school personnel, with the ultimate goal of improving student achievement.
News
Technology Rich Classrooms award winners
May 16, 2012
ALTEC’s Technology Rich Classrooms project recognized Teacher, Facilitator, Administrator, Lesson Plan, and Video of the year during Celebration 2012 in Wichita.
Recommendations for Improving Adult Literacy Education
May 08, 2012
A new book that includes contributions from Daryl Mellard, director of KUCRL’s Division of Adult Studies, recommends four steps to improve adult literacy education in the United States.
2012 Romain P. Mackie Leadership Award
April 30, 2012
Edward Meyen is the recipient of the 2012 Romain P. Mackie Leadership Award from the Pioneer Division of the Council for Exceptional Children.
Staff Achievement Award
April 24, 2012
Congratulations to KUCRL’s Shanna Williams, recipient of the richly deserved Staff Achievement Award from the KU School of Education last week.
To see past KU-CRL news go to kucrl.org/news.
Features
Creating. Teaching. Learning.
Our work touches many lives. This collection of profiles and stories illustrates how our research
makes a difference for educators and students.
CRL Learns
The CRL Learns initiative presents expert guest speakers, dialogue about cutting-edge research, book discussions, and
workshops on research practices. Videos of past CRL Learns events are open to site visitors.
Strategic Instruction Model®
Our Strategic Instruction Model® (SIM®) is a research-validated literacy program that works.
SIM tools help adolescents learn how to learn, providing a means for them to achieve independence and success.
Content Literacy Continuum®
The Content Literacy Continuum® (CLC®) is a coordinated, schoolwide approach to improving literacy for all students
in secondary schools, enabling them to meet higher standards.
Stratepedia
The Stratepedia web development group uses social media and online collaboration tools to support education research and
strategic instruction. Stratepedia offers free online applications for educators committed to strategic instruction and content literacy.
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