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Find conference proceedings, standards, or other policy reports

Policy documents, reports, and conference proceedings are types of gray literature. Gray literature is produced by governments, universities, corporations, think tanks, professional societies, and similar organizations. While it does not go through the same review or publishing process as scholarly books or journal, it is often written by researchers or practitioners in the field or discipline.

Where do I find reports, proceedings, and other "gray literature?"

Gray literature can be difficult to find, as it is (usually) not included in research databases. Consider these tips to help you find gray literature:

Search in one of the recommended databases below
Visit the websites of the government bodies, foundations, corporations, etc. that are likely to produce this kind of information
Try internet searches using relevant keywords (like "educational policy" or "common core") and "white paper"

ERIC This link opens in a new window
Includes references to thousands of educational topics from journal articles, books, theses, conference papers, standards, white papers, and more.

Policy Archive
An archive of global, non-partisan policy research, including education topics.
National Endowment for the Arts -- Publications
Includes reports produced by and about the NEA and related arts issues
RAND Corporation
Research reports on a number of issues and policy areas, including education and the arts
NAEA Research
Reports produced by the NAEA on topics ranging from education policy to teaching practices
NAEA Conferences
See archived content from previous NAEA conferences, including conference programs.

Education policy websites

Education Commission of the States
A trusted source for comprehensive knowledge and resources on hundreds of education policy issues.
National Conference of State Legislatures: Education
The NCSL Education Program tracks state legislative action on K-12 education, college and career readiness, higher education and adult learning. We gather and conduct research on education topics important to states, provide customized assistance for state legislatures, highlight education policy news and disseminate information on best practices relating to state and federal education issues
State Higher Education Policy Database(SHEPD)
provides state and national policymakers, education leaders, practitioners, and education consumers with an inventory of state-level policies and resources in key policy issue areas related to student achievement, access, and success in higher education.
University System of Maryland Board of Regents Bylaws, Policies & Procedures
Directory of policies and bylaws for higher education for the UMD system.

Brookings Institute
Brookings experts have examined a number of issues including assessment and standardized testing, teacher quality, preschool and the connection between education and competitiveness.
Cato Institute
Cato's education research is founded on the principle that parents are best suited to make important decisions regarding the care and education of their children.
Center for American Progress: Education
The Center on Education Policy is a national, independent advocate for public education and for more effective public schools.
Center on Education Policy
The Center on Education Policy is a national, independent advocate for public education and for more effective public schools.
Rand Corporation
Non-Profit corporation. Research includes K-12 assessment and accountability, school reform, teachers and teaching, higher education, military education and training, worker training, and substance-abuse prevention in schools.
U.S. Department of Education: Policy & Guidance
Provides links to government documents related to education policies.

Center on International Eduction Bookmarking (CIEB)
Includes overviews of the educational systems of top-performing countries and reports on how the U.S. could benefit from drawing from their examples.
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development is an international research organization drawing members from 34 developed nations. The OECD produces research and data with a focus on how various social programs and policies impact the global economy. One of their issue areas is education, and to that end the OECD has, in the last 50 years, completed and made public a wealth of research about international education policies, school systems and student and teacher performance.
NAFSA Association of International Educators
NAFSA is the largest association of professionals committed exclusively to advancing international education. We aspire to enlightened international relations, a globally engaged citizenry, and a more peaceful world. The following policy recommendations, are the latest, most relevant trends, data and reports from NAFSA members, as well as other scholars, officials, and partners in the field of international education.
Institue of International Education
An independent not-for-profit founded in 1919, IIE is among the world's largest and most experienced international education and training organizations. We are committed to delivering program excellence to a diverse range of participants, sponsors, and donors.