The Institute of Education Science (IES) has made its 2024 awards for the development and testing of new commercially viable education technology products. » More info
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What's New at IES
Just Released! Report on Indicators of School Crime and Safety
Report on Indicators of School Crime and Safety examines topics such as active shooter incidents, criminal victimization, bullying, safety and security measures, and criminal incidents at postsecondary institutions. The report draws upon an array of data collected from students, teachers, principals, postsecondary institutions, and the general population. This report is a synthesis of key findings from individual school crime and safety indicators, which can be browsed in the Condition of Education indicator system online. » More info
NCER Awards $103 Million in Education Research Grants
NCER awards new grants from its FY 2024 Education Research Grants program competition. » More info
The Work of IES
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Office of Science
The IES Office of Science oversees peer review of reports and research grant applications.
Peer Review of Reports
Peer Review of Grant Applications
Office of Science
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Featured Resources
The Standards for Excellence in Education Research (SEER)
Learn more about the Standards and access resources for making education research more transformational.
Transition from DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Fact Sheet
Information about the Federal government's transition from the DUNS Number to Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Featured Publications
Educator's Practice Guide to Support Reading For Understanding, K-3
This new What Works Clearinghouse guide has research-based recommendations for improving early grades reading and ideas and tips for implementation in the classroom.
Guide to Education Data Privacy
This free resource for states and districts was developed by practitioners in the field through the National Forum on Education Statistics. It is designed to assist school staff in protecting the confidentiality of student data.
Latest Posts from the IES Blog
New Topic Landing Page:
IES Topic Pages
Learn more about what IES is doing across the Centers on critical topics in education including English Learners, STEM, Literacy, Career and Technical Education, and Postsecondary Education.