How our work is making a difference
The Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy is a multidisciplinary research center dedicated to conducting high-quality research that improves children’s learning and development at home, in school and in the community.
Our Work
Our work ranges from multi-year, federally funded projects that examine outcomes of
thousands of children and families, to program evaluation work in our state, to smaller scale analyses and briefs
meant to inform policy makers and practitioners.
Recent News
School-based pre-K, AI use in early education, and looking at child care access through an equity lens are the topics for the Fall 2024 Crane Research Forums.
This week in Tuned In: Prevention-focused student wellness programs in Ohio, COVID-19 disruptions and young children’s development, and National Teacher Appreciation Week.
This Week in Tuned In: Pushed out of the workforce because of the high cost of child care, few toddlers experiencing homelessness are in early childhood programs, and how maternal empowerment during pregnancy may reduce future parental stress.
During the spring 2024 Crane Policy Chat, Dr. Lauren Jones discussed important federal and state policies aimed at improving the well-being of children and their caregivers.