Fostering data and evidence-informed policy making

Building education policies on robust data and evidence is fundamental. Different sources of knowledge, political values and stakeholder interest will form part of any policy decision. Yet certain structures and processes can foster thoughtful engagement with research evidence and ensure that it has a unique place in policy making.
Discussion questions:
• How do policy makers engage with data and evidence to solve complex policy problems?
• What are their challenges?
• What structures and processes can support policy organisations to improve the use of evidence more effectively?
Short Keynotes:
• Eric Hanushek (Laureate, 2021 Yidan Prize for Education Research)
• Tracey Burns