Publications
A selection of publications from the Milken Family Foundation, its initiatives and affiliated organizations including the Milken Educator Awards, the Lowell Milken Institute, and the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching.
Milken Educator Awards
Fall 2021
More than three decades celebrating, elevating and activating outstanding educators
Summary Download2021 NIET Annual Report
December 2021
NIET's 2021 Annual Report highlights key milestones and achievements over the past year as we have supported partners around the country in accelerating student learning and fostering student ownership.
Click here: 2021 NIET Annual Report
SummaryWhy New Teacher Mentoring Falls Short, and How to Fix It
Fall 2021
Teacher mentorship programs, where new teachers are paired with veterans, are a research-based practice, but they often lack clarity and can turn into more of a "buddy system" than a true learning opportunity. In this new report, NIET shares research and experience that point to greater success when mentorship programs center on instructional improvement and provide deeper support for mentors.
Click here: Why New Teacher Mentoring Falls Short, and How to Fix It
SummaryThe Untapped Potential of the Principal Supervisor
Spring 2021
Principals can have a significant impact on student learning outcomes, accelerating annual student learning by more than two months. In this report, NIET provides four high-impact strategies to maximize support for school leaders.
Click here: The Untapped Potential of the Principal Supervisor
SummaryNIET Resources for High-Quality Instruction
2021-22
In response to COVID-19, NIET has created a one-stop web section to prepare educators for the transition to remote learning.
Click here: NIET Remote Learning Resources
SummaryNational Institute for Excellence in Teaching
Additional Publications
Publications by the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET)—which include research on teacher leadership, professional development, educator evaluation, performance compensation, teacher preparation, and more—are available for download from NIET’s website.
Click here for more publications: https://www.niet.org/research-and-policy
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