DIR will team with Mathematica Policy Research again to provide independent review of products and technical and logistical support to the U.S. Department of Education’s 10 Regional Educational Laboratories (RELs).  This project includes technical and peer review of the REL’s applied research activities and reports, as well as proposals for descriptive data analyses, technical assistance, systematic reviews, and impact evaluations.  Dr. Ron McCowan will head the DIR team responsible for reviewing proposals and products, responding to questions related to reviewed REL products, and providing logistical support for REL meetings and webinars.