The organization's mission is to link the knowledge from research with the wisdom from practice to improve teaching and learning. AEL works closely with schools, school districts, and states to develop, test, and refine practical products and processes that address needs expressed by local educators.
Resources thus developed are then available for sharing with others working on similar problems.
AEL's major work is funded through several federal contracts and grants from the U. S. Department of Education. For explanation of categories see Commentary form. Site developed and designed by Aldea Communications .