How Cedar Rapids Raised Rigor and Student Achievement in One Year
A districtwide case study of RigorWalk in action.
Jentri FuleMarch 6, 2026
RigorWalk and Achievement: Evidence from the Applied Research Center
Study of 82 schools finds that schools with higher RigorWalk scores had higher proficiency.
Jentri FuleMarch 4, 2026
How Cedar Rapids Community School District Transformed Student Achievement in One Year
Grades K-12 saw improvements after adopting the Model of Instruction for Deeper Learning.
boomMarch 4, 2026
Validated Impact: Linking Deeper Learning Professional Development to Student Achievement
A study examined the impact of Model of Instruction for Deeper Learning PD on achievement.
Jentri FuleDecember 29, 2025
What Is Tier 1 Instruction, and How Can We Redesign It to Support Deeper Learning?
Learn how strong Tier 1 can close gaps and reduce the need for costly interventions.
Jentri FuleDecember 1, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Academic Rigor
What does academic rigor look like, why is it important, and how do we use…
instructionalempowermentSeptember 29, 2025
The Turnaround Trap: Why Quick Fixes Fail Students
Original research and insights to build the systems for school improvement.
instructionalempowermentSeptember 25, 2025
The Overlooked Skills That Power Academic Achievement and Student Growth
The truth is, you can’t reach rigorous academic outcomes without also developing all the skills…
instructionalempowermentJuly 25, 2025
[Peer-Reviewed Research] Turning Around Chronically Low-Performing Schools
Can professional development and coaching turn chronically low-performing schools around?
instructionalempowermentJuly 4, 2025
[Peer-Reviewed Research] The Role of Self-Efficacy, Motivation, and Perceived Support of Students’ Basic Psychological Needs in Academic Achievement
How self-efficacy, motivation, and perceived support boosts academic achievement.
instructionalempowermentJuly 4, 2025
