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Our faculty researchers have earned national and international recognition for their research, publications, and presentations, and our doctoral students are consistently recognized for their outstanding research.
Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Observations
The Louisiana Department of Education has contracted with UL Lafayette to conduct third-party CLASS® observations of infant, toddler, and prekindergarten classrooms called for in BESE Bulletin 140. CLASS® monitors quality in early childhood settings around the state to inform improvement. UL Lafayette staff and contractors are trained to carry out protocols developed by the Louisiana Department of Education, Teachstone®, and UL Lafayette.
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Educational leadership students build research skills through action research, a doctoral research core, and the dissertation.
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Research Across the College
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