Episode 6: Advancing Evidence-Based Practices in the REL West and Northwest Regions
In this episode, Danny Torres talks with Dr. Katie Drummond, Director of the Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Northwest, and Dr. John Rice, Director of the Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) West.
Their conversation covers a range of topics, including:
- Addressing effects of the pandemic in the REL West and REL Northwest regions
- Partnering with community-based organizations and state and local education agencies
- Advancing research and evidence in state and district programs
- Supporting the whole child and closing opportunity gaps in education
- Accelerating learning in mathematics and language arts
- Reducing chronic absence and disparities in disciplinary actions
- Improving teacher retention
Since 1966, the Regional Educational Laboratories (RELs) have partnered with school districts, state departments of education, and others to help improve educational effectiveness and improve learner outcomes. WestEd operates REL Northwest, which serves Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and REL West, which services Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.
By leveraging research-based practices and evidence, WestEd’s RELs aim to improve education outcomes for all students in the regions they serve.
Related REL Northwest Resources
- Accelerating Literacy Outcomes in Montana Through Evidence and Data Use (Blog Post)
- Using Technology to Support Postsecondary Student Learning (Practice Guide)
- REL Northwest Website
- Subscribe to the REL Northwest email newsletter
Related REL West Resources
- Supporting California’s English Learner Students Who Have the Most Significant Cognitive Disabilities (Blog Post)
- Self-Affirmation: A Powerful Tool for Addressing Stereotype Threat (Infographic)
- The Foundation for Education Equity Systems Change (Infographic)
- About REL West (Video)
- REL West Website
- Subscribe to the REL West email newsletter
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Featured Guests
Dr. Drummond serves as the Director of Regional Educational Lab (REL) Northwest at WestEd.
Resource Details
Format: Podcast
Minutes: 26
Publisher: WestEd
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