C. A. Brown and Associates conducts research in support of educational policy for K-20 educational institutions and state offices of education.
We work closely with clients to focus research services on the specific needs of the organization. Our research includes reviews of currently published research as well as original research design for deeper inquiries. We deliver research reports that are presented in clear, non-academic language, and can easily be read and interpreted by policy makers and practitioners. A selection of our recent work is below:
Literature Reviews and Research Reports:
- Teacher Certification Requirements Matrix (2011). North Central Comprehensive Center for Minnesota Department of Education.
- Formative Assessment Policies, Processes, Programs and Practices in 15 States (2011) for North Central Comprehensive Center for South Dakota Department of Education
- Best Practices in Indian Education (2010) North Central Comprehensive Center for Minnesota Department of Education.
- Comprehensive Literacy Plan Matrix (2010) Learning Point Associates at American Institutes of Research, Washington, DC
Original Research and Evaluations:
- School Leadership Entrance, Movement, and Exit: A Descriptive Analysis of Principal Career Pathways (2010) Issue and Answers Report, United States Department of Education, Institute for Educational Science.
- Evaluation of School Climate, Elmira School District, Elmira, New York (2008) Conducted for the Center for Comprehensive School Reform and Improvement.
- Benjamin Franklin School: Innovative partnerships with non-profit organizations (2005) Case Study on Innovative Elementary School Program conducted for the Center for Educational Entrepreneurship, UCLA. Research report and instructional materials for joint M Ed/MBA programs.
Practice Guides:
- Best Practices for Middle School Reform (2009) North Central Comprehensive Center for Minnesota State Department of Education
- School Review Process Guide (2008) Center for Comprehensive School Reform and Improvement, Washington, DC. Guide for meeting NCLB school improvement guideline.