# DARE-RC

> Data and Research in Education


## Posts

- [The Digital Doorway: Bridging the Gap Between Observation and Support](https://darerc.org/the-digital-doorway-bridging-the-gap-between-observation-and-support/): By Dr. Farah Nadeem - Assistant Professor SOE LUMS, ⁠Areej Mahmood - Lead STEAM Policy Unit Punjab PAMS, Nighat Lone - Thematic Lead DARE-RC 
- [Teacher Distribution Challenges Under Punjab’s E-Transfer Policy](https://darerc.org/teacher-distribution-challenges-under-punjabs-e-transfer-policy/): By Dr. Masooma Habib, Dr. Farooq Naseer, Dr. Yasira Waqar, Ayesha Irfan, and Omar Zahid 
- [DARE-RC International Education Summit 2025: Insights for Understanding Inequalities and Effective Practice at Scale](https://darerc.org/dare-rc-international-education-summit-2025-insights-for-understanding-inequalities-and-effective-practice-at-scale/): By Professor Ricardo Sabates Aysa (University of Cambridge-Faculty of Education)
- [Using Behavioural Science to Improve Education - A Global Perspective](https://darerc.org/using-behavioural-science-to-improve-education-a-global-perspective/): By Khadija Hammad, Ayaan Rauf, and Dr. Zainab Latif 
- [Understanding the Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) Challenge(s) in Pakistan – Developing a Teacher Training Companion to Improve SLO-Based Instruction and Classroom Practice](https://darerc.org/understanding-the-student-learning-outcomes-slo-challenges-in-pakistan-developing-a-teacher-training-companion-to-improve-slo-based-instruction-and-classroom-practice/): By Dr Aliya Khalid, Dr Hafiz Muhammad Inamullah, Dr Hameedah Sayani, Dr Shakeel Ahmad, Dr Muhammad Ilyas Khan, Dr Shakil Ahmad, Ms Nafeesa Mir Zaman, Mr Shahbaz Jahangir, Dr Irfan Ullah
- [From Policy to Practice: Understanding Teachers’ Experiences with SLO-Based Education](https://darerc.org/from-policy-to-practice-understanding-teachers-experiences-with-slo-based-education/): By Aliya Khalid, Hafiz Muhammad Inamullah and Hameedah Sayani
- [Behind the Scenes: Managing Data in Large-Scale Educational Research](https://darerc.org/behind-the-scenes-managing-data-in-large-scale-educational-research/): By Aisha Naz Ansari, Sohail Ahmad, Sadia Muzaffar Bhutta, Sajid Ali
- [Modernising Pakistan’s Education: Blueprint for Reforms](https://darerc.org/modernising-pakistans-education-blueprint-for-reforms/): By Ghazala Anbreen
- [Climate Change, Education and Adolescents in Pakistan](https://darerc.org/climate-change-education-and-adolescents-in-pakistan/): By Dr Hadia Majid, Dr Rabea Malik, Fatimeh Munawar
- [What we learned at the Education World Forum](https://darerc.org/what-we-learned-at-the-education-world-forum/): By Saima Anwer
- [Is it Just a Numbers Game? Predicting School Access for Out-of-School Children in Pakistan](https://darerc.org/is-it-just-a-numbers-game-predicting-school-access-for-out-of-school-children-in-pakistan/): By Dr Jessica Albrent, Dr Farah Nadeem and Dr Faisal Bari
- [If Inclusion Were a Given: Experiencing Inclusive Teaching-Learning Content](https://darerc.org/if-inclusion-were-a-given-experiencing-inclusive-teaching-learning-content/): By Ayesha Fazlur Rahman
- [Safeguarding – Preparing Pakistan’s Researchers in Safe and Ethical Research Practices](https://darerc.org/safeguarding-preparing-pakistans-researchers-in-safe-and-ethical-research-practices-by-jasmine-abraham-and-dr-monazza-aslam/): By Jasmine Abraham and Dr Monazza Aslam
- [The Climate Crisis - Why the Role of Communities and Schools is Critical](https://darerc.org/the-climate-crisis-why-the-role-of-communities-and-schools-is-critical/): By Dr Sapana Basnet
- [Punjab’s great gamble: Will the huge public-school-outsourcing experiment pay off](https://darerc.org/punjab-public-school-outsourcing-monazza-aslam-ha-yeon-kim/): By Ha Yeon Kim and Dr Monazza Aslam
- [Transforming Pakistan’s Education Future Through Evidence-Based Research](https://darerc.org/transforming-pakistan-education-through-evidence-based-research-monazza-aslam-ha-yeon-kim/): By Dr Monazza Aslam and Ha Yeon Kim

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- [Education Summit 2026](https://darerc.org/summit2026/): INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SUMMIT 2026 DARE To Know: Advancing Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice for Inclusive Learning
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- [Education Summit 2025](https://darerc.org/summit2025/): INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SUMMIT 2025 DARE To Know: Advancing Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice for Inclusive Learning INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SUMMIT 2025 DARE To Know: Advancing Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice for Inclusive Learning 17 -18 December 2025 Islamabad, Pakistan Under the theme “DARE to Know: Advancing Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice for Inclusive Learning” the summit will explore: Inclusion & social justice Effective teaching & pedagogical reform Climate resilience in education Governance, management & data-driven decision-making Under the theme “DARE to Know: Advancing Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice for Inclusive Learning” the summit will explore: Inclusion & social justice Effective teaching & pedagogical reform Climate […]
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- [What we do](https://darerc.org/what-we-do/): What We Do Improving Drivers of Learning for Marginalised Children Strengthening Frontline Education ProvisionQuality Resilient Education ServiceDelivery Accountable EducationSystems Effective Data Use &Scalable Solutions Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Previous Page1 Page2 Next Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope Principle Investigator (PI) Study Type Priority Area Geographical Scope […]
- [Scoping Paper](https://darerc.org/scoping-paper/): SCOPING PAPERS
- [Workstreams](https://darerc.org/workstreams/): WORKSTREAMS DARE-RC WORKSTREAMS Programme Leadership Provides strategic direction to the programme and oversight across all workstreams and lead engagement with FCDO and key education sector stakeholders to drive impact. Research Management Generate rigorous evidence that is designed to drive systems-level change in Pakistan’s education sector by contributing to the global knowledge base and creating a community of practice that generates and uses high quality evidence. Grant Fund Oversees the implementation of the DARE-RC grant fund. This includes the day-to-day implementation pertaining to development of call documents, procurement of grantees and post-contractual oversight and documentation. Policy Engagement Ensures that DARE-RC’s research […]
- [Dare-RC Research Portfolio](https://darerc.org/dare-rc-research-portfolio/): DARE-RC RESEARCH PORTFOLIO Science and Mathematics Instruction and Learning Outcomes (SMILO) in Pakistan Increasing Middle School Enrolment for Girls: Testing the Targeted Solutions in Locations with Unrestricted Middle-School Access Exploring the Transition to SLO-Based Curriculum and Assessments: Policy Frameworks and Teachers Implementation Experience Researching the effectiveness of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in the Education Sector in Pakistan The Teacher e-Transfer Policy in Punjab: A Study of its Impact on Accountability and Education Outcomes Exploring Lived Educational and Social Experiences of Children from Religious Minority Backgrounds in Pakistan Digital Evolution in Teacher Development: Analysis of Punjab’s Continuous Professional Development (CPD) System Classroom, […]
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- [Consortium Partners](https://darerc.org/consortium-partners/): Consortium Partners Aga Khan University Institute for educational development The Aga Khan University has more than 27 years of experience in building capacity of education professionals and academic researchers, and designing and implementing large- and small-scale education research projects funded by government and international development agencies. The Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development is located in Karachi, with Professional Development Centres (PDCs) in Chitral, Gilgit and Karachi. Sightsavers Sightsavers has operated in Pakistan since 1985. Sightsavers has significant expertise in action research and implementation, in-depth experience, and capability in supporting research up-take and dissemination, expertise on disability inclusion, and […]
- [Reports](https://darerc.org/reports/): REPORTS
- [About Us](https://darerc.org/about-us/): ABOUT DARE-RC Our Reach Nationwide research coverage. A research portfolio spanning issues of equitable access and inclusion; quality teaching and learning; building resilient systems; and governance and management in education in Pakistan. Partnerships and collaboration with public and private universities, research institutes and think tanks, and federal and provincial governments. Conducting and commissioning research on a wide range of topics across the education system in Pakistan. Building a community of practice of education researchers in Pakistan and beyond to share knowledge and expertise. Knowledge brokering to promote the use of research by policymakers, development partners and other key stakeholders. Our […]
- [Policy Brief](https://darerc.org/policy-brief/): POLICY BRIEFS Suggested Content
- [Mission & Vision](https://darerc.org/mission-vision/): VISION & MISSION Our Vision DARE-RC aims to improve Pakistan’s education by making research useful for policy decisions. We focus on creating evidence that helps all children learn better, especially those from marginalized groups. Through collaboration and accessible studies, we work towards an education system that is fair and inclusive for everyone. Join us in building a future where every decision in education is informed by solid evidence. Mission Our purpose at DARE-RC hinges on a simple belief: with stronger education research and accessible, high-quality findings for policymakers, we can transform policy-making. This approach aims to enrich policy decisions and […]
- [Our Team](https://darerc.org/our-team/): DARE-RC TEAM The DARE-RC team comprises some of Pakistan’s top education practitioners, researchers,policy experts and seasoned development sector professionals. Programme Leadership Research Management Grant Fund Policy Engagement Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Programme Management Communications
- [DARE-RC](https://darerc.org/): Welcome to DARE-RC Driving Evidence-Based and Inclusive Educational Reforms in Pakistan FIND OUT MORE 30+ Studies funded Supporting evidence-based education research. 500+ Stakeholders reached Engaging policymakers, educators & researchers. 5 Provinces covered Working across Pakistan’s key regions. 20+ Partners onboard Collaborating with institutions nationwide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHOmBV4js_E About DARE-RC DARE-RC is a national education research programme generating rigorous, actionable research to transform education in Pakistan. We connect researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to strengthen the national research ecosystem and inform meaningful education reform.Our ambition is to produce high-quality, timely, and accessible research on education service delivery, and promote evidence-based policymaking through strategic engagement […]
- [Research at a Glance](https://darerc.org/research-at-glance/): Priority Area Five RESEARCH AT A GLANCE Introduction The consortium is dedicated to conducting research that contributes to addressing Pakistan’s critical educational challenges. With over 26 million children out of school and a national literacy rate of just 60%, the need for reform is urgent. The Data and Research in Education – Research Consortium (DARE-RC) aims to: 1) Develop a rigorous body of timely and accessible evidence on the key issues within education service delivery in Pakistan – including getting more girls into school, studying for longer and learning better, improving teaching quality, increasing accountability, reaching out to marginalised girls […]
- [Apply for Grant - Cycle 3](https://darerc.org/apply-for-grant-cycle-3/): DARE-RC Research Grants- Call for Applications Cycle 3 is now closed. DARE-RC is pleased to invite Expression of Interests – EOIs from eligible organisations for carrying out rigorous research. The results of these researches will provide evidence for policy formulation and support policymakers to improve quality education delivery in Pakistan. FOR DETAILS, CRITERIA AND REQUIREMENTS – CLICK BELOW ↓ CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – CYCLE 3 DOWNLOAD Expression of Interest – EOI template DOWNLOAD FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS) View Conflict of Interest Disclosure Download Instructions to Applicants Please read the instructions given in the Call for Applications–Cycle 3 document. Download the EOI […]
- [Scalable Solutions](https://darerc.org/scalable-solutions/): Cross-cutting theme II Scalable solutions: What works to take promising programmes, strategies, and policies to scale within the educational landscape of Pakistan? Introduction Another overarching focus of DARE-RC research centres on the macro-level functioning of the educational system, aiming to investigate the processes and critical factors involved in scaling up education reforms and interventions in Pakistan. By rigorously reviewing and analysing the existing reforms and scaling up promising initiatives in Pakistan, the research seeks to generate new evidence around effective strategies for scaling innovative education initiatives. Additionally, it examines the enablers and hindrances to successfully expanding pilot intervention in Pakistan. Furthermore, […]
- [Effective Data Use](https://darerc.org/effective-data-use/): Cross-cutting themes ‘Effective data use’ and ‘scalable solutions’ Introduction The DARE-RC research agenda involves two cross-cutting themes that aim to ensure rigour and impact of the research across all four priority areas. First, we prioritise effective data use across the priority research area. We emphasise the importance of the collection, management, and effective use of high-quality data to improve education system to ensure educational access, quality, continuity, and coherence of education for all children, with a special focus on: Improving the data systems landscape in regard to marginalised children and communities. The management and use of assessment data for improving […]
- [Apply for Grant - Cycle 2](https://darerc.org/apply-for-grant-cycle-2/): DARE-RC Research Grants- Call for Applications Cycle 2 is now closed. DARE-RC is pleased to invite concept notes from eligible organisations for carrying out rigorous research. The results of these researches will provide evidence for policy formulation and support policymakers to improve quality education delivery in Pakistan. Eligibility Legally registered to operate in Pakistan Consortiums are also eligible, provided that the Lead Organisation is legally registered to operate in Pakistan Individual persons are not eligible Prior research experience in education, especially in the themes under the DARE-RC Research Agenda is a prerequisite GRANT LIMIT DARE-RC Small Research Grants​ PKR  14 […]
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- [FAQs](https://darerc.org/faqs/): FAQs Technical General Application Process How can an applicant apply for the DARE-RC research funding? Applicants can apply for research funding by downloading the Expression of Interest-EOI template available on DARE-RC’s official website www.darerc.org and reviewing the “Call for Applications-Cycle 3” document. Is there a specific format and instructions for writing Expression of Interest-EOI? The EOI template is available on the DARE-RC webpage.  Instructions are mentioned in section 10” Solicitation process and timelines” of the “Call for Applications-Cycle 3”. How many EOIs can an applicant organisation submit in this Call for Grant Applications? The applicant organisation may submit multiple EOIs. […]
- [Inclusivity](https://darerc.org/inclusivity/): inclusivity Championing Inclusivity: A Comprehensive Approach Embracing Diversity at Every Step At the heart of our mission lies a steadfast commitment to inclusivity. From the initial stages of research conception right through its dissemination, we ensure that a multitude of perspectives are not just heard but actively integrated. Our capacity strengthening initiatives, including targeted workshops, are rigorously designed with an inclusivity lens to guarantee equitable participation across genders, regions, and minority groups. Provincial Dialogues and Insightful Discussions We are setting the stage for meaningful dialogue with marginalised communities across every province. Through organised provincial meetings and focus group discussions, we […]
- [Capacity Strengthening](https://darerc.org/capacity-strengthening/): Capacity Strengthening Capacity Strengthening EMPOWER AND ELEVATE: OUR MISSION TO TRANSFORM EDUCATION RESEARCH IN PAKISTAN At DARE-RC, we are working hard to improve education research in Pakistan. Our goal is to make sure Pakistan can produce and use top-quality education research now and in the future. Our Strategy: Shaping Change, One Step at a Time Our approach transcends traditional methods. We are here to ignite transformation in behaviour, both on individual and collective fronts, paving the way for systemic advancements. By cultivating a culture of producing and applying peer-reviewed, robust research, we aim to enhance educational outcomes for every child […]
- [Research Agenda](https://darerc.org/research-agenda/): Research Management Workstream About the Research Management Workstream The Research Management stream is responsible for managing the overall research portfolio of DARE-RC. It sets the research direction, commissions and supervises the review and approval of research studies responding to critical dimensions of evidence gap outlined in DARE-RC’s research agenda. It also oversees the timely completion of these research studies through extensive quality assurance support. The research management team enables partnerships with a diverse range of stakeholders through a myriad of engagement activities including education summits, symposia, policy engagements, podcasts and blogs for agile policy uptake at both regional and national […]
- [Apply for Grant](https://darerc.org/apply-for-grant/): DARE-RC Research Grants- Call for Applications Cycle 1 is now closed. Apply For Grant – Cycle 2 CALL FOR APPLICATION – CYCLE 1 DARE-RC is pleased to invite concept notes from eligible organisations for carrying out rigorous research. The results of these researches will provide evidence for policy formulation and support policymakers to improve quality education delivery in Pakistan. Eligibility Legally registered to operate in Pakistan Consortiums are also eligible, provided that the Lead Organisation is legally registered to operate in Pakistan Individual persons are not eligible Prior research experience in education, especially in the themes under the DARE-RC Research […]
- [Research Grant Fund](https://darerc.org/research-grant-fund/): Research Grant Fund About the Research Grant Fund Workstream Research Grant Fund is meant to support high-quality education research focusing on the issues relevant to K-12 education in Pakistan. The fund supports those research studies submitted from/for, all four provinces, Islamabad Capital Territory and Gilgit Baltistan. Public and private sectors Pakistani organisations having relevant research expertise are encouraged to be a part. DARE-RC HAS THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES Develop a rigorous body of timely and accessible evidence on the key issues within the education service delivery in Pakistan – including getting more girls into school, studying for longer and learning better, […]
- [Policy Engagement](https://darerc.org/policy-engagement/): POLICY ENGAGEMENT Elevating Education Service Delivery Through Policy Engagement DARE-RC aims to enhance the use of evidence-based research among education policymakers in Pakistan. By steering informed decision-making and policy creation, we aim to achieve significant improvements in the delivery of education services across the nation. Our Pathway to Impact DARE-RC’s strategy for engaging with policy involves a balanced mix of formal and informal interactions. Through thoughtfully coordinated workshops, conferences, and policy roundtables, we connect with government bodies and educational institutions to foster a collaborative environment. Evidence-Driven Outcomes At the heart of our approach is the commitment to utilise evidence-based research […]
- [Accountable education systems](https://darerc.org/accountable-education-systems/): Priority Area Four Accountable education systems Introduction What works to enhance accountability to improve education system cohesion in Pakistan? A child’s access to education, and the quality of and continued participation in their learning, is shaped within a system that works at both local and policy levels. The system at the local level works through schools, communities, and households, and at the policy level it works through education policy and stakeholders. The system and stakeholders involved in education set the goals, procedures, resource arrangements, and incentives in regard to achieving access, quality, and continuity of learning. When not aligned, these […]
- [Resilient education service delivery](https://darerc.org/resilient-education-service-delivery/): Priority Area Three Resilient education service delivery Introduction What works to develop continuity of resilient education service delivery through improving systems coherence? Research under this theme focuses on identifying ‘what works’ to ensure teaching and learning continuity, especially for the most marginalised, when faced with disruptive events. In doing so, research in this area examines reforms/strategies that support educators, identify trajectories of educational outcomes (access, quality etc.) of learners before and after disruptive events, and focus on which systemic barriers due to marginalisation, predict and/or mitigate these. Research under this theme also examines successful practices for system resilience, and factors […]
- [Strengthening the quality of front-line education provision](https://darerc.org/strengthening-the-quality-of-front-line-education-provision/): Priority Area Two Strengthening the quality of front-line education provision Introduction What works to strengthen the quality of front-line education provision through building teacher and school system capacities? The research in this priority area focuses on strengthening the quality of front-line education provision, both at the local and the policy systems levels, through improving teaching effectiveness, teacher management systems, and school leadership. It focuses on research aimed at identifying what works to improve teacher effectiveness for all children in Pakistan, especially in multi-grade and multilingual settings, whether and how strategies to support teacher well-being can improve teaching effectiveness and student […]
- [Improving drivers of learning for marginalised children](https://darerc.org/improving-drivers-of-learning-for-marginalised-children/): Priority Area One Improving drivers of learning for marginalised children Introduction What works to improve educational access, quality, continuity, and coherence for marginalised children in Pakistan? This priority area focuses on reaching a better understanding of, and supporting, marginalised children’s educational experience. By focusing on the four key drivers of learning specified in the framework – access, quality, continuity, and coherence – the research on this priority area will aim to identify the challenges and opportunities that shape the educational experiences of marginalised children in Pakistan, and to identify, design, evaluate, and iteratively improve what works (at scale if possible) […]


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