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Learn how education research and development (R&D) can drive innovative solutions in teaching and learning. Our publications and statements showcase our efforts to advance evidence-based approaches to help every student thrive, drawing insights from our diverse coalition of researchers, educators, and innovators.
Blueprint for the Future of the Federal Role in K-12 Education R&D
In early 2025, the Alliance for Learning Innovation, along with InnovateEDU and the Learning Systems Leadership Network, convened the Future of Education R&D Taskforce in response to sweeping federal changes impacting Ed R&D.
Report from the Future of Federal Education R&D Task Force
The Future of Education R&D Task Force has developed a report that expands on each element of the Blueprint for the Future of Education R&D.
Seizing the Opportunity for State Education R&D: Findings and Recommendations for Action
Comprehensive report on state education R&D infrastructure, offering strategies and recommendations to foster innovation and improve education outcomes.
The Workforce Behind America’s Innovation Edge: Federal Policy Actions to Secure U.S. Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing And Emerging Technologies
The Workforce Behind America’s Innovation Edge: Federal Policy Actions to Secure U.S. Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing and Emerging Technologies,…
ALI Response: HELP RFI on Informing Parents and Policymakers Through Academic Growth Indicators
Recommendations to increase the capacity for education R&D and support evidence-based innovation to expand the workforce needed in a…
ALI Response: NSF RFI on Workforce Training and Innovation
Recommendations for supporting the research, development and scaling of education and workforce innovations.
ALI Letter of Support for Reauthorizing the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program
SBIR is essential to the U.S. innovation enterprise and is a powerful tool for the government to facilitate the…
ALI Response: OSTP “Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise” Request for Information (RFI)
ALI calls to accelerate innovation, improve research translation, foster public-private collaboration, and ensure education R&D delivers measurable benefits for…
House NEED Act of 2025 Letter of Support
Support for the House introduction of the NEED Act of 2025 to strengthen education research and development (R&D) to…
Proof Before Hype: Using R&D for Coherent AI in K-12 Education
Proof Before Hype: Using R&D for Coherent AI in K-12 Education makes the case for investments in R&D to…
Competitive Edge: An Action Agenda for How School Systems Can Advance Learning Through R&D
Competitive Edge: An Action Agenda for How School Systems Can Advance Learning Through R&D is a shared roadmap for…
ALI FY 2026 Appropriations Conference Letter
ALI Coalition letter requesting robust funding for education research and development (R&D) in the fiscal year 2026 appropriations bills.
ALI RFI Response: National Strategic Plan for Advanced Manufacturing
In November 2025, ALI submitted a letter providing input on the National Strategic Plan for Advanced Manufacturing. In the…