Teacher Professional Development Resource: NCES

  Looking for data on the current trends in education? NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) is a great source for educational statistics that can inform your practice. Here are some things the site provides:

1. Featured Fast Facts- On the home page, NCES provides several quick and relevant statistics at a glance. This is a great place to start if you are just browsing or looking for current trends without a specific focus in mind. 

2. Data Lab- They provide access to past surveys and studies with explanations and data charts. You can browse findings by topic throughout the years or search specifics. 

3. Surveys and Programs- They also provide explanations for yearly assessments and surveys that you can keep an eye out for.  

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