Educational Achievement

In Educational Achievement research, scientists study the social and psychological problems involved in education, what motivates students to engage with learning, and what factors promote and limit one's academic success. Specific areas of study include how social experiences shape academic success (see Binning), the motivational factors that support educational achievement (see Galla), and improvement science for education reform (see Schunn). See also the LRDC Learning Sciences Video SeriesHow a Sense of Belonging Promotes College SuccessFor Black Students, Harsh Discipline Can Lead to Lower Grades; and Going to College with a Posse: How Having High School Peers on Campus Supports College Achievement (see Binning).