Research for Better Teaching
Three audiences. One mission.
More high-expertise teaching, for more children in more classrooms, more of the time. |
RBT's Mission |
Nearly Five Decades of Impact
Our Partners
If your goal is lasting improvement in teaching—not just new initiatives—you’re in the right place. |
Jon SaphierFounder of RBT |
What Makes RBT Different
Founded in 1979, Research for Better Teaching provides research-based professional development for K-12 educators, grounded in research, analysis of practice, and a deep respect for the intellectual demands of teaching. We treat teaching as complex professional work — learnable, improvable, and worthy of careful study.
Our flagship programs, including Studying Skillful Teaching and Analyzing Teaching for Student Results, draw on the proven frameworks of The Skillful Teacher to deliver research-based, practical strategies that improve student learning in every classroom.
Our Publications
For more than four decades, Research for Better Teaching has published foundational texts that translate research into clear, practical guidance for educators and leaders.
Where Better Teaching Begins.
Let’s explore the right next step together.
Whether you're deepening your own practice or leading broader instructional improvement, we’ll help you find the right path forward.
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