Linking Research to Practice
Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory
Services
Comprehensive analysis helps leaders develop a school improvement plan focused on the needs of English language learners
Products
The Trait Tote, Everything You Need To Teach 6+1 Trait Writing
The Trait Tote is NWREL's most comprehensive collection of 6+1 Trait Writing resources. The Trait Tote includes a DVD, strategies, mini-lessons, activities, writing samples, and MORE!
Featured Stories
NWREL Turns 42!
Deussen Honored as Outstanding Employee
Last week, NWREL celebrated 42 years of linking education research to practices that benefit schools and communities in the Northwest region and beyond. The anniversary dinner brought together nearly 250 staff, board, and family members.
Current Projects
Building Capacity for Secondary School Improvement
NWREL's Recreating Secondary Schools Program provides assistance to schools and districts in the areas of secondary school reform, small learning communities, and dropout prevention.About NWREL
40-plus years of linking education research to practice
The Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory's goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of students and the educators who support their learning. We work closely with schools, districts, and other agencies to develop creative and practical solutions to important educational challenges.
NWREL's core beliefs:
- Learning is a lifelong process in which all can succeed
- Schools and communities share responsibility for providing equitable access to and support for high-quality teaching and learning
- NWREL's role is to provide evidence-based tools and strategies that build capacity to improve learning
Free Publications Sampler:
- Learning in peace: schools look toward a safer future (Northwest Education, Spring 1999)
- Can experimental research be conducted with culturally based education interventions: an assessment of feasibility
- Full-day kindergarten: exploring an option for extended learning (By Request series)
- More Free Publications
Quick Links:
- 6+1 Trait® Writing for Trainers Institute--SOLD OUT (Jul 8–10, 2008)
- Mathematics Summer Institute 2008 for Grades K–2 (Spokane, WA) (Jul 21–25, 2008)
- Mathematics Summer Institute 2008 for Grades 3–5 (Spokane, WA) (Jul 21–25, 2008)
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