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Putting evidence-based ideas into widespread practice
We aim to ensure that evidence on improving learning travels from research studies, into government policy, through to large-scale implementation of reforms, and right back into the classroom in the form of day-to-day policy implementation by individual schools and teachers. If this can be achieved, millions of children will have better outcomes.
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Try it on Monday: Practical solutions – and opportunities – to strengthen teacher professional development at scale
17 March 2026
Cross-country
This guidance note provides practical recommendations for designing effective, scalable, and sustainable teacher professional development (TPD) programmes in low- and middle-income countries. Read more
GEDSI blog
From awareness to transformation: Embedding gender and social inclusion in the ‘My Village’ programme
11 March 2026
Tanzania, Evidence use
In this blog post, we assess the ‘My Village’ remedial educational programme across five dimensions of GEDSI (Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion). Read more
Insight note
A practical approach to developing A/B testing systems for digital-first organisations
11 March 2026
Cross-country, Implementation science
This brief provides a step-by-step guide for digital-first organisations seeking to embed A/B testing into their Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning system. It introduces the Learning Roadmap for A/B Testing, a structured four-step process for developing the organisational capabilities needed to test, learn, and improve continuously. Read more
Blog
Our 2026 CIES activities: 4 ways to engage with the What Works Hub for Global Education at the upcoming CIES Conference 2026
11 March 2026
General
What’s on our calendars for the 2026 CIES Conference? In this blog, we highlight four key Hub-organised events at CIES 2026: a networking event, a workshop, and two panels. Read more
GEDSI blog
Prioritising gender and social inclusion: Lessons from scaling a peer mentorship and life skills programme in Tanzania
6 March 2026
Tanzania, Implementation science
Drawing on recent research on the Tanzanian Government’s adaptation and scaling of the Learner Guide programme, led by the Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED), this blog for International Women's Day explores why being intentional about gender and social inclusion during scaling matters. Read more
GEDSI blog
From reflection to routine: embedding gender responsiveness in foundational learning
26 February 2026
India, Implementation science
This blog explores how the Language and Learning Foundation approached gender responsiveness not as an add-on theme, but as an implementation challenge within its regular foundational literacy and numeracy work. To explore this challenge, LLF initiated a pilot called Demo-G – the Demonstration with a Gender Perspective. Read more
Insight note
Improving implementation while scaling: Differentiated Learning in Ghana
23 February 2026
Ghana, Implementation science
This note shares early implementation science insights from scaling Differentiated Learning (DL) to 16,000+ schools. During the scale-up, A/B testing identified a simple, low-cost implementation tweak that improved fidelity and effectiveness when deployed. Read more
Insight note
The 2023 revised curriculum implementation in Tanzania: Insights from the phone survey
20 February 2026
Tanzania, Implementation science
In 2023, the Tanzanian government introduced a revised national curriculum aimed at further shifting from a teacher-centred, rote-based learning approach toward a more student-centred, competency-based approach. This Insight Note explores teacher training sessions that aimed to support the reform. Read more
Blog
New Building Evidence in Education (BE²) working paper: Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for education evidence synthesis and use in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)
20 February 2026
Evidence use
This blog introduces a Building Evidence in Education (BE²) working paper on artificial intelligence in education evidence synthesis & use in low- and middle-income countries. It explores the paper's discussion of AI use across evidence synthesis and evidence uptake activities, and it highlights governance and equity considerations. Read more
Blog
5 keys to Ed Lab success: Core themes from the Embedded Evidence Lab 5th Cross-Country Learning Exchange in Nairobi
16 February 2026
Cross-country, Evidence use
This blog explores discussions at the fifth Cross-Country Learning Exchange (CCLE) on lessons, innovations and challenges in strengthening the use of data in policy and practice. Throughout the conversations, several key themes emerged to characterise the present and future of Education Labs (Ed Labs). Read more
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