MERC believes that research has value, primarily when it is utilized to
improve school programs and professional practice. MERC's research is
transmitted to its members through
products,
networking opportunities, and
follow-up
activities.
Products
Newsletter. The newsletter is published twice a year and provides a
clear, concise picture of the issues MERC is addressing. It identifies
opportunities for participation in study groups or seminars. Each issue
will include research briefs.
Publications. MERC's publications list is extensive and continually
grows as research teams complete their work. A current publications list is
available online. (see
publications
folder)
Creative Works. At the end of each study, MERC produces presentation
aides such as transparencies and slides that enhance communication of the
findings.
Research Briefs. MERC provides research briefs for each study. The
briefs provide short synopses of the studies conducted. Research briefs are
distributed with the newsletter.
Networking Opportunities
Membership Meetings. Quarterly member meetings allow top leadership
to discuss educational issues and MERC studies in an open and supportive
environment.
Study Groups. Study groups are forums for representatives of member
school divisions to network, learn and focus MERC's research efforts. The
representatives discuss the issues faced in the research area. Contacts are
established with other members having similar duties and responsibilities.
Not only do they learn from the research being conducted, but also from
each other.
Seminars/Conferences. MERC provides research seminars when each
study is completed, and issue seminars when a study group determines a need
for immediate information in a research area. These seminars present useful
information from MERC research studies, and cross discussions within and
between school divisions. Issue seminars with noted experts provide first
hand information. Check out the
news
folder for upcoming events and announcements.
Follow-up Activities
Facilitation. MERC provides on-site presentation of its studies. It
can also serve as the facilitator for school division work groups.
Clearinghouse Database. MERC maintains copies of all articles and
primary sources used in reviews of literature compiled prior to conducting
research studies on a selected topic. Copies of these articles are
available to members. Non-members may purchase publications with the online
publications order form
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