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IES (Institute of Education Sciences)

The research, evaluation and statistics arm of the U.S. Department of Education, including NCES.

Stands for
Institute of Education Sciences
Used in
United States
Topic
Organisations

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NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) United States
The federal agency that collects and analyses US education data, including the Digest of Education Statistics and NAEP.
What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) United States
The US Institute of Education Sciences service that reviews research on education programmes and practices.

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