Director: Dr. Edward J. Kame'enui

The Institute for the Development of Educational Achievement (IDEA) in the College of Education is committed to the development of research and outreach activities to improve the academic and social achievement of children and young adults. Through a broad coalition of scholars, educators, and research groups, IDEA supports research and service activities designed to meet three broad goals:

• Establish, promote, and sustain a culture and community of scholarship, collaboration, and connoiseurship at the University of Oregon and in the State of Oregon to improve the academic and social achievement of children and young adults;
• Produce, collect, synthesize, and disseminate information related to the academic and social achievement of children and young adults;
• Provide outreach and research services designed to enhance the knowledge and competence of educators, students, and parents about the educational achievement of children and young adults.