Resources

Our free resources help educators use research-based strategies to equitably support student engagement, agency, and learning. Our resources are used by hundreds of schools and colleges around the United States. They are free thanks to support from the Raikes Foundation, Overdeck Family Foundation, Gates Foundation, Joyce Foundation, Character Lab, and the U.S. Department of Education.

For Middle & High School

Elevate

Elevate is a free, data-driven professional learning program. It elevates students’ perspectives to help educators systematically and equitably improve academic and social-emotional learning. For grades 6-12.

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Growth Mindset for 9th Graders

Two 30-minute modules lay the foundation for a growth mindset. Research shows this brief program increases challenge-seeking and raises the academic performance of struggling students. For 9th grade.

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For Higher Education

Ascend

Ascend is a free, data-driven professional learning program that enables college instructors and administrators to learn how their students are experiencing courses and what they can do to make those experiences more equitable, more engaging, and more supportive of student success.

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Growth Mindset for College Students

One 30-minute module lays the foundation for a growth mindset. Research shows that it elevates growth mindset and raises academic performance and retention, particularly for members of structurally disadvantaged groups. For all college students.

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Social-Belonging for College Students

One 30-minute module reduces concerns about belonging in order to improve engagement, retention, and achievement. Research shows it elevates academic performance and retention, particularly for members of structurally disadvantaged groups. For students matriculating at 4-year colleges.

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Additional Resources

The BELE Resource Library

A library of resources and recommendations for creating more equitable and empowering learning environments.

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The Mindset Kit

Learn about adaptive learning mindsets and strategies that promote them with this free, online resource designed for educators and parents.

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Our Research

Read research studies conducted by PERTS and our partners.

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