Research & Impact
Connecting the science of reading with the realities of classrooms.
AIM’s work is built on a simple idea: when research and practice come together, students thrive. Our team partners with educators, leaders, and researchers to understand what works and to share those insights widely.
How AIM Brings Research to Life
We make literacy research clear, actionable, and meaningful for those who use it every day. Through our professional learning, school partnerships, and ongoing collaborations with researchers, AIM focuses on what truly helps students succeed.
Our research and impact work centers on:
- Translating the latest evidence into practical tools and strategies
- Studying what drives educator and student growth and strong implementation
- Elevating stories and data from real classrooms
- Collaborating with researchers and universities to deepen the field’s understanding of effective literacy instruction
Explore AIM’s Research & Impact Work
Research to Practice Symposium
AIM’s annual gathering brings researchers, educators, leaders, and policy makers together to share insights, challenge assumptions, and discuss how to move evidence into action. It’s a space where ideas become next-steps.
Partnerships
AIM collaborates with schools, districts, states, and university research partners to study impact, pilot new programs and examine implementation. These partnerships produce insights that benefit the entire field.
Researcher Conversations
Each literacy conversation with research experts video explores timely topics, current research and thoughts on what the research means for classrooms and systems.
Research Advisory Board
A group of leading international researchers and experts who guide AIM’s product content, ensure rigor, and help connect AIM’s initiatives to the broader scientific community.
Behind every data point is a story: a teacher who gained confidence, a student who discovered joy in reading, or a school that shifted its approach to structured literacy. AIM’s community helps illuminate these stories and ensures our work is responsive, equitable, and grounded in what truly improves outcomes.
Interested in Partnering With AIM?
Whether you’re a researcher, school or district leader, professor, or collaborator exploring evidence-based literacy initiatives, AIM welcomes the opportunity to work together.