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Call for Proposals: Research & Policy Grant for Early Career Researchers

Today marks the launch of the second call for the Research & Policy Grant for Early Career Researchers. Early career researchers of all nationalities with a track record of using ILSA data and an interest in secondary analysis of IEA data are encouraged to apply.

Remembering Jack Schwille - Honorary Member

With considerable sadness, IEA notes the passing of John “Jack” Schwille, an IEA Honorary Member and valued contributor to the field of educational research.

New to IEA Compass Briefs—Global Insights, Local Impact: Leveraging TIMSS and PIRLS for Education Policy Reform

The newest edition to the IEA Compass: Briefs in Education series looks to explore how two of IEA’s flagship studies are being used to shape national reform efforts, drawing on self-reported insights from over 130 participating education systems.

67TH IEA GENERAL ASSEMBLY MEETING ROUNDUP

The 67th General Assembly (GA) Meeting has drawn to a close following a productive week of presentations, discussions, and collaborative decision-making on the future of IEA’s work.

IEA Research Award Winners 2026 Announced

IEA is pleased to announce the 2026 winners of the IEA Research Awards: The Richard M. Wolf Memorial Award has been awarded to Prof. Isa Steinmann, while the Bruce H. Choppin Memorial Award has been awarded to Dr. Natalia López-Hornickel.

IEA Research for Education Series Celebrates 10 Years

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the IEA Research for Education series; a milestone celebrated at the annual IEA General Assembly (GA) this morning.

GA 2026 panel discussion: Strengthening education quality across low- and middle-income countries

IEA General Assembly members engaged with a thought-provoking panel discussion on the challenge of strengthening education quality across low- and middle-income countries.

Aidan Clerkin and Samah Mohammed Al Ajjawi elected to IEA Standing Committee

IEA is pleased to announce the election of Dr. Aidan Clerkin and Dr. Samah Mohammed Al Ajjawi to the IEA Standing Committee (SC) during the 67th IEA General Assembly meeting.

Upcoming: TIMSS and PIRLS 2031

Enrollment opens soon for TIMSS and PIRLS 2031, offering countries a unique opportunity to participate in both studies in the same year. Take a look at the TIMSS 2031 and PIRLS 2031 brochure for more information.

Now Available: IEA Insider 2026

The IEA Insider 2026 is now available! Released annually at IEA’s General Assembly, the IEA Insider provides a comprehensive look at IEA’s work over the past year and the developments shaping its future.