American Institutes for Research

Degrees aren’t always the best proxy for job performance. In a new DC Journal (@InsideSourcesDC) op‑ed, AIR’s Julie Kochanek explains why skills‑based hiring can help build a more effective public‑sector workforce. dcjournal.com/hiring-based-o…

“There’s no one-size-fits-all funding model for English-language (EL) students.”—AIR’s Tammy Kolbe An @educationweek article shares insights from an AIR webinar on why EL funding should be cost-based and aligned with students’ needs, not flat formulas. edweek.org/teaching-learn…

AIR is heading to #ASUGSV2026 in San Diego—one of the leading convenings on education and skills from PreK to Gray. Our team will be engaging on scaling what works, responsible uses of AI, and research-driven partnerships that support real-world impact. asugsvsummit.com

Youth sport outcomes depend on coaching. New findings from the @MillionCoaches implementation study, led by AIR’s Jessy Newman, show that evidence‑based coach training boosts coach confidence and improves athlete experiences nationwide. millioncoaches.org/news/million-c…

NCII’s Intensive Intervention Institute returns June 16–17 in San Diego. Designed for state, district, and school leaders, the Institute focuses on practical implementation of data‑based individualization (DBI). Free to attend. Register by April 12:

How is AI changing health care? What works and for whom? Read our latest Health news to learn about our call for ideas on AI and health care innovation. It also includes news on emerging treatments and data on how people navigate health information today. icont.ac/51g5o

REL Midwest’s new documentary highlights strategies to improve #Attendance and #StudentEngagement. Learn more about efforts at Carver Military Academy and Metcalfe Community Academy in @ChiPubSchools.  ies.ed.gov/use-work/resou… #ChronicAbsenteeism #EdResearch

Malaria cases in Ethiopia rose from 4.1M in 2023 to 7.3M in 2024. AIR researchers outline how country‑led forecasting and early warning models can improve projections, guide earlier action, and help prevent future crises. air.org/resource/blog-…

AIR experts will present at @AERA_EdResearch and @NCME38 this April, sharing research and practical insights across key education and assessment priorities. See our #AERA2026 and #NCME sessions: bit.ly/4ceJxmR

Building a strong teacher workforce starts with hands-on classroom training. A new @caldercenter and @NCTQ brief shows how states can use better data to improve student teaching experiences and prepare teachers for success where they’re most needed. 🔗 caldercenter.org/publications/l…

More states want flexibility to merge federal education programs into block grants. Iowa has approval, and Indiana is pursuing it. In @The74, AIR’s Susan Therriault outlines how states can turn flexibility into stronger outcomes. the74million.org/article/as-sta…

How does research translate into real-world change? From competency-based #Education program design to statewide credential strategies to guided pathways reform, three research partners share what they learned and how it’s being used. bit.ly/4744e29 @AIRInforms, @UCIrvine, @CommunityCCRC #AscendiumEP #LearningAndImpact

Headed to #CIES2026? AIR staff will share research on foundational learning, language of instruction, multilingual education policy, and WASH interventions. Details: air.org/news/press-rel…

Healthcare AI is advancing quickly. We’re looking for input on what’s working, what’s risky, and what evidence is needed to scale safely. If you’re building, deploying, evaluating, or governing healthcare AI, we’d value your perspective by 4/24: air.org/resource/blog-…

The latest AIR Health News covers major trends in health care affordability, updated federal guidance on organ donation and procurement, Medicare Advantage payment dynamics, and key public health insights. Explore the issues shaping policy and practice: icont.ac/51fsO

AIR’s team from the West Comprehensive Center partnered with the @CCEECA to share findings informing California’s Portrait of a Graduate/Learner—highlighting what students need to thrive beyond school. Learn more: ccee-ca.org/hot-topics/hot…

AIR education policy experts will share data and insights at the 51st Annual @aefpweb #AEFP2026 Conference in Chicago, starting Thursday. Topics include #SpecialEd workforce, AI in school finance, and evidence‑based decisionmaking. virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/event/public/7…

Cost estimates are a key contributor to early care and education program and policy decisions, but producing accurate estimates can be complicated. AIR experts developed best practices for state and local governments to address this challenge: air.org/resource/guide…

Today AIR announced the AI Century Study, a 100-year, national study following U.S. children and families to understand how AI becomes part of daily life—and what changes as a result across learning, health and well-being, work, and civic life. air.org/news/press-rel…

On #InternationalWomensDay, we recognize the achievements of women worldwide and the role of evidence and practical solutions in shaping effective programs. Learn how AIR supports women and girls globally: air.org/resource/spotl…