ATS Hub Field Note: Understanding the Science of Team Science for Accelerated Research in Education

Authors: Stephen M. Fiore and Rebecca Griffiths doi.org/10.51388/20.500.12265/325 Abstract: Teamwork, not just technical expertise, determines whether interdisciplinary education research succeeds. The Learning Sciences have always been interdisciplinary, bringing together researchers, educators, and developers who hold different epistemologies, values, and standards of evidence. These differences often show up as teamwork problems that weaken trust, communication, and … Read more

Why Education Needs Both Traditional and Breakthrough R&D

Originally posted on the Digital Promise Blog on October 8, 2026 | By Erin Higgins and Rebecca Griffiths Key Ideas Traditional research and development (R&D) plays a foundational role in driving long-term progress, but cannot carry the full weight of transforming our education system. Coordinated investments in breakthrough R&D, such as the Institute of Education … Read more