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A curated collection of trusted resources to support your professional learning and classroom practice. Explore research databases, literacy tools, data and assessment guidance, education news, and culturally responsive materials for teaching Native American histories.
Research AND Evidence-Based Practice
Institute of Education Sciences (IES) provides rigorous, evidence-based research and data to help educators and policymakers make informed decisions that improve educational outcomes.
Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is a comprehensive digital library of education research and resources that supports evidence-based practice and professional learning.
National Center on Improving Literacy (NCIL) offers research-driven tools and guidance to help schools and families improve literacy instruction for all learners, including those with reading difficulties.
International Literacy Association (ILA) connects educators worldwide with research, standards, and professional resources to advance effective literacy teaching and learning.
ASSESSMENT AND DATA LITERACY
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) collects and reports reliable education data to inform policy decisions and improve understanding of student performance and school systems nationwide.
Institute of Education Sciences (IES) supports rigorous research and evaluation to identify what works in education and guide evidence-based practice.
National Center for Education Evaluation (NCEE) conducts independent evaluations of education programs and policies to determine their effectiveness and impact.
What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) reviews and rates education research to help educators choose programs and interventions backed by strong evidence.
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) measures and reports student achievement across the United States to provide a consistent benchmark of academic progress over time.
Literacy and Reading
National Center on Improving Literacy (NCIL) provides research-based tools and guidance to help educators and families improve literacy outcomes for students, including those with reading difficulties.
International Literacy Association (ILA) connects educators worldwide with research, standards, and professional learning resources to strengthen effective literacy instruction.
Reading Rockets offers practical strategies, videos, and activities to help teachers and parents support young readers and struggling learners.
Colorín Colorado provides bilingual, research-based resources to support English learners and promote family engagement in literacy development.
What Works Clearinghouse evaluates and summarizes education research to help educators choose programs and practices proven to be effective.
ReadWriteThink delivers high-quality, standards-based lesson plans and interactive tools that support reading and writing instruction in classrooms.
EDUCATION JOURNALISM & POLICY
Education Week delivers in-depth reporting and analysis on education policy, research, and classroom practice to keep educators and leaders informed.
EdSurge covers innovation and trends in education and technology, helping educators understand emerging tools and practices.
Chalkbeat provides community-focused reporting on schools and education policy with an emphasis on equity and student outcomes.
New York Times Learning Network offers lesson plans and student activities based on current events to build critical thinking and literacy skills.
The Hechinger Report produces in-depth, nonprofit journalism on education issues with a focus on inequality, innovation, and student success.
TEACHING & CLASSROOM RESOURCES
Edutopia shares research-based strategies and real-world examples to support effective teaching and learning.
PBS Education provides high-quality videos and classroom resources aligned to curriculum and student engagement.
Learning for Justice supplies free lessons and professional learning to promote equity, inclusion, and civic responsibility in schools.
Parent Toolkit helps families support children’s academic and social development with practical, age-based guidance.
Khan Academy offers free, high-quality instructional videos and practice exercises to support personalized learning for students of all ages.
Trusted Resources for Native American History Education
National Archives (Primary Sources + Teaching Activities) provides original historical documents and ready-to-use lessons that support inquiry-based learning about Native American history.
Native Knowledge 360 Education Initiative offers culturally grounded, inquiry-based resources that center Native voices and perspectives in teaching Indigenous histories and cultures.
National Museum of the American Indian shares educational materials and digital exhibits that deepen understanding of Native peoples’ histories, cultures, and contemporary life.
National Indian Education Association provides culturally responsive resources and guidance for educators and families supporting Native student success.
Language of Place: Hopi Place Names, Poetry, Traditional Dance and Song preserves and teaches Hopi language and traditions through place-based stories, poetry, and cultural expression.
Learning the Lakota Language offers instructional tools that support Lakota language learning and cultural revitalization.
PBS Native American Heritage Collection features multimedia classroom resources that explore Native histories, cultures, and contemporary issues.
