World-class Research Center
We conduct and disseminate research that focuses on practical solutions to serious problems in school systems.
Program of Research
The Center on Teaching and Learning (CTL) is a world-class research center at the University of Oregon that uses scientific evidence and research-based practices to advance teaching and student learning.
Curriculum Design & Development
Our content and instructional design experts have developed a suite of evidence-based literacy, math, and early science interventions with a special focus on grades K-3 and struggling learners.
Measuring Student Performance
Education experts at CTL developed and continue to maintain the UO DIBELS Data System (DDS). The DDS, through its support of student performance measures, serves 20% of all U.S. public schools.
News & Events
- The University of Oregon (UO) and Dynamic Measurement Group (DMG) have amicably settled
- CTL literacy center lands on national list!
- KinderTEK featured in 2018 STEM Video Showcase
- CTL's Sylvia Thompson and Patrick Kennedy awarded USAID grant.
- Congratulations to CTL's Mari Strand Cary on another IES grant!
Featured Programs
KinderTEK is a fun and engaging iPad app that helps students learn important early math skills. Learn more about KTEK!
Featured Research Project
Whole Number Foundations (The FUSION Project) is a Goal 2 Development and Innovation project focused on developing a 60-lesson, print-based (Tier 2) intervention in mathematics. The FUSION intervention is designed to teach whole number concepts to first grade students who are at risk for mathematics difficulties.
