Identify research that can inform your grantmaking using summaries prepared by the Foundation Center.
Grantmakers for Education
February 2011
Outlines the characteristics of English language learners, the need for targeted solutions to the achievement gap between ELLs and English-proficient students, and suggestions for funders, including integrating ELL strategies across education portfolios.
Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York, W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Center for Advanced Research and Technology
January 2011
Outlines the Linked Learning model of combining rigorous high school academics with technical learning and real-world experience at the Center for Advanced Research Technology. Presents data on its impact on community college and university enrollment.
Funder(s): Cal-PASS, Clovis Unified School District, Fresno Unified School District, James Irvine Foundation
Foundation for Excellence in Education
December 2010
Based on discussions among education, government and technology leaders and others, outlines the potential of digital learning to close the achievement gap; basic elements, including student access and personalized learning; and policy actions for each.
Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation, Walton Family Foundation
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
December 2010
Describes the foundation's work in supporting the Common Core State Standards for literacy and math and a design collaborative developing tools for teachers to help students meet them, including template tasks, instructional modules, and courses.
Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Public Policy Institute of California
Weston, Margaret
November 2010
Outlines the history, structure, and critiques of California's school finance system that it is inequitable, inadequately funded, and overly complex. Proposes principles for reform and a strategy to achieve them through small investments over time.
Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Education Resource Strategies
September 2010
One of a series of guides for school district leaders on optimizing resource allocation, explains how to cut budgets with the least impact on the neediest, shift funds to effective programs and where most needed, and invest stimulus funds in improvements.
Funder(s): Noyce Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
August 2010
Describes the data-driven Accelerating Student Progress, Increasing Results & Expectations (ASPIRE) program, which rewards educators for middle school students' academic growth relative to expectations. Reviews challenges, outcomes, and lessons learned.
Funder(s): Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
Carnegie Corporation of New York - IAS Commission on Mathematics and Science Education
June 2009
Discusses recommendations for and promising examples of fundamental reforms to raise math and science levels and increase opportunity, such as clearer, higher standards; better management of teaching talent; and more effective school and system designs.
Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York
Center for American Progress
May 2009
Based on interviews with educational entrepreneurs, makes policy recommendations for removing barriers to innovation and encouraging ventures at the federal, state, and local levels. Calls for a "performance culture," diversity of providers, and funding.
Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation
Center on Reinventing Public Education
December 2008
Identifies factors preventing the education finance system from supporting high-level student learning. Recommends transparent, flexible, and strategic funding mechanisms and practices, including student-based funding and school-linked accounts.
Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
SRI International
Woodworth, Katrina R.; Jane L. David; Roneeta Guha; Alejandra Lopez-Torkos; Haiwen Wang
September 2008
Examines the achievement results and operations of five Knowledge Is Power Program middle schools to assess the program's effectiveness, the role of leadership, implementation of the KIPP culture, design of curricula and instruction, and lessons learned.
Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Achieve, Inc.
July 2008
Analyzes high school standards for English in twelve states and math in sixteen states designed for college- and career-readiness. Examines their alignment with the American Diploma Project's benchmarks for common core standards. Discusses implications.
Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
James B. Hunt, Jr. Institute for Educational Leadership and Policy
Guillory, Ferrel
November 2005
Provides guidance for state leaders on how they can promote education reform through strategic alliances with educators, business leaders, and communities. Includes examples of leaders who have taken different approaches to school improvement.
Funder(s): Wallace Foundation
Achieve, Inc.
February 2004
Describes the American Diploma Project's benchmarks for English and math skills needed for high school graduates to succeed in college or high-growth jobs. Outlines how states, the federal government, colleges, and businesses can help align standards.
Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
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