Project Grant R305B240017

This $211,986 Project Grant award from the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) within the U.S. Department of Education supports the "IES Methods Training in Cost-Effectiveness and Economic Evaluation" program. The program provides rigorous training in cost-effectiveness analysis and economic evaluation to education researchers and state/local analysts, with the goal of enhancing evidence-based decision making in education. Key components include a 5-day in-person training with lectures, exercises, and specialized support, as well as ongoing mentorship for a small group of trainees. The grant funds the efforts of faculty members from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Texas at San Antonio to develop curriculum, deliver the training, and provide follow-up support to participants. This award supports the broader IES Education Research, Development and Dissemination program, which aims to improve educational outcomes and expand access to quality education through research and evaluation.