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Research and TeachingCurrent calls for scientifically-based research in education raise anew questions about the relationship between teaching and research. This relationship becomes more complicated when legislation like No Child Left Behind mandates a particular methodology-randomized experimental study-for scientifically-based research. Furthermore, English teachers wrestle with continuing questions about how research does and does not inform their work as well as what kind of research might play a role in forming educational policy. NCTE affirms a broad view of research, assuming that each of several traditions has something to contribute to policy discussions. Here you can learn about the complex relationship between teaching and research as well as its connection to educational policy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Research and Teaching
Find the answers to the most common questions about research and teaching.
Research and Teaching Key Terms
Use this glossary to learn the key terms used when discussing research and teaching.
NCTE Research Groups
Several groups within NCTE focus on research, and links to each are included in this collection.
NCTE Research Awards
In keeping with its emphasis on research, NCTE offers a number of awards for outstanding researchers. Learn about each here.
Journal Article Awards
Awards for outstanding articles in NCTE journals frequently deal with research, and you can learn about them here.
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Research-Based Policy Statements
In this collection, you will find policy statements about research and teaching that are supported by research evidence, along with relevant citations.
Research on Instruction Rather than Resources May Be Key
This prize-winning article calls into question the common approach of looking at the relationship between school resources and student achievement.
Scientifically-Based Research and Policy Implications
This ASCD Infobrief discusses the policy implications of current meanings assigned to research.
 Teacher Resources and Advocacy
NCTE's Current Research on Elementary School Practices
Learn about current research on language learning and get ideas about turning these research findings into effective practices.
How Educators Use Research
This study describes the ways in which educators utilize research results to improve their practice.
Exemplary Teachers
This research-based article describes excellent 4th grade teachers and their practices.
Research and Scholarship in the Two-Year College
Community college faculty need to be both exemplary teachers and knowledgeable scholars. This NCTE document discusses the role of scholarship and reflective practice for two-year college faculty.
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