Aligning Learning Inputs to Global Norms (ALIGN) For Minimum Proficiency
Data and Evidence for Education Programs: Mapping of Education Systems Diagnostics
Discussion Note: Complexity-Aware Monitoring
Early Grade Reading Programming: From Conception to Scale
Global Proficiency Framework (GPF): Reading and Mathematics
Rapid Education Risk Assessment (RERA) Toolkit
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Systematic Review
Strengthening the Capacity of Local Education Systems
Theory of Change Fundamentals
Thinking and Working Politically Through Applied Political Economy Analysis
Toolkit for Designing a Comprehensive Distance Learning Strategy
Towards the Design and Implementation of Comprehensive Primary Grade Literacy and Numeracy Programs
USAID's Reading MATTERS Conceptual Framework
The original version of the Development Partner Resource Guide included a number of resources that had been developed and/or hosted by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Following the closure of USAID, we were able to locate a number of these resources, which are linked in the Guide as well as provided here.
Description: This set of documents describe the ALIGN for Minimum Proficiency process, to identify gaps in four inter-related and important pedagogical components so they can be made more efficient and effective through alignment. These components are usually are the responsibility of the Ministry of Education, and include curriculum, teaching and learning resources, teacher training, and assessment.
Description: Provides links to a range of tools to aid in examining the education system, including both the education system more broadly and sub-sectors such as pre-primary, from assessment to curriculum to policy and implementation.
Description: This discussion note provides an explanation of when to use complexity-aware monitoring approaches and summarizes the three principles of complexity-aware monitoring.
Description: A robust set of resources, originally presented as a webinar by the USAID-funded Reading within Reach (REACH) initiative, including resources from the Global Reading Network. Includes presentations and over 61 handouts on reading program design, development and scale, covering conception, materials, instructional skills, language, and continuous professional development.
Description: A set of resources outlining key competencies in reading and mathematics from grades 1 to 9, along with a minimum proficiency standard intended for contextualization. Helps countries understand curriculum and assessment strength or track SDG 4.1.1.
Description: Toolkit used to design, procure, and oversee education programs in the context of disruption, disaster and conflict. Supports context analysis for program planning and adaptive management, with focus on the school community.
Overview: A systematic review of the evidence and effects of SEL programs.
Host: Developed under USAID, hosted by Science of Teaching.
Description: Includes effects of SEL interventions on competencies, academics, health, well-being, and resilience. Includes a gap map and study brief.
Overview: Evidence-based and practical guidance on education capacity strengthening across the program cycle.
Host: Developed under USAID, hosted by Science of Teaching.
Description: Provides practical tools that help development partners integrate local capacity strengthening from pre-primary to higher education.
Description: Defines the theory of change concept and describes its five elements and logic models. Designed for USAID staff but applicable to any development professional.
Description: Outlines uses of political economy analysis, differences from traditional approaches, required steps, engagement types, and links to adaptive management.
Description: Provides a practical overview on designing a comprehensive distance learning strategy that covers an entire education system, with four strategic components and additional resources.
Description: Working paper presenting how to design sustainable and scalable primary grade literacy and numeracy programs using the MOSAIC framework, including 10 case studies.
Description: Presents an evidence-based framework of seven components that foster reading acquisition for all.