Data Request Process
All researchers hoping to access education data on Michigan’s children will follow these steps:
1

Explore Michigan's rich education data

2

Complete an application to request access

3

Produce and share robust insights to inform education policy and practice

MEDC Impact
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To date, MEDC has facilitated the use of educational data in projects that help improve student outcomes in the following ways:

  1. Developing a high-quality P-20 system
  2. Improving PreK - 12 classroom instruction
  3. Employing a high-quality, prepared, and collaborative educator workforce
  4. Reducing the impacts of high-risk factors
"The Michigan Education Research Institute (MERI) is an integral component of the research-based strategies that are imparted to provide guidance and support to the LEAs of Michigan. MERI seeks to be innovative and practical to address the needs of Michigan education stakeholders including our students, educators, caregivers, advocates, legislators, and business affiliates."
Delsa Chapman
Deputy Superintendent, Michigan Department of Education