Empirical Education helps educators make cost effective decisions about instructional and professional development programs. Our research services assist districts, developers, and publishers in determining the effectiveness of programs, products, or services--before or after they are in place. Our commitment is to provide independent, objective evidence while remaining sensitive to the unique context of the local research site. We advocate for using evidence in policy decisions, and we provide information and recommendations to trade organizations, policy institutes, foundations, and government entities that make or influence policy and practice in education.