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The Learning Agency Lab

Tempe, AZ · EIN 842365060 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE B90 · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.the-learning-agency-lab.com
revenue
$2.3M
expenses
$954K
net assets
$1.4M
employees
6
volunteers
3
program ratio
94%
mission · from form 990

The Learning Agency Lab is focused on developing science of learning-based tools and programs for the social good. We help educators, researchers and others to understand the science of learning and how students can learn how to learn better.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Learning Agency Lab is a research organization that analyzes and disseminates information on effective learning strategies and educational practices. They focus on evidence-based approaches to improve learning outcomes for students and educators, publishing articles and conducting interviews with experts in the field. The organization aims to bridge the gap between learning science and practical application in educational settings.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Gifted and Talented Programs Analysis
Research and analysis of the effectiveness and social implications of gifted and talented programs in schools, often advocating for mixed-ability classrooms based on academic and social outcomes.
Retrieval Practice
Research and dissemination of information on the learning strategy of retrieval practice, which involves actively recalling information to strengthen memory and improve long-term learning. Includes practical examples like brain dumps, concept maps, flashcards, repeat backs, and Think-Pair-Share exercises.
activities · 2 clusters

what they do

  • Evidence-Based Teaching Tools Development 2 activities
    • Conducting Research on Learning Strategies
      The organization conducts research on various learning strategies, including analyzing the effectiveness of proofreading for deep learning and examining metacognition in practice with teachers. They also interview learning scientists to gather insights on topics like retrieval practice.
    • Developing and Disseminating Science of Learning Resources for Educators
      The organization develops and disseminates professional development materials and instructional videos based on science of learning research, collaborating with teachers to implement these strategies in classrooms. This includes providing evidence-based strategies for deep reading and adapting learning techniques like retrieval practice for classroom use.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Publishing "The Learning Curve" Magazine
      The organization publishes "The Learning Curve," a magazine that covers education and the science of learning, featuring articles with insights from learning experts.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$2.29M
Contributions & grants$2.25M98%
Program service revenue$36K2%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$213
expenses
Total expenses$954K
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$324K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2.14M
Cash$1.95M
Investments$0
Liabilities$718K
Net assets$1.42M
Liquid reserves24.6 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +161.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Ulrich Boser CEO 20 $111K
board members · 3
  • David Domenici — Treasurer
  • Gabriela Lopez — Director
  • Kenneth Stern — President
relationships · 14

who they work with

  • Ben Keep Partner — Collaborates with The Learning Agency Lab on analyzing learning strategies and co-develops recommendations for deep reading.
  • Bill Hinkley Partner — Teacher at Medomak Valley High School who adapted spacing strategies to improve student learning.
  • Brittany Bush Partner — Teacher who worked with The Learning Agency Lab and Regan Gurung on a project examining metacognition in practice.
  • Capitol Elementary Partner — School in East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, mentioned in the context of teachers Jessica Anderson and Brittany Bush.
  • Douglass High School Partner — Worked with teachers at the school to implement dual coding strategies in classrooms.
  • Greenlawn Terrace Elementary Partner — Worked with the elementary school to implement retrieval practice in classrooms.
  • Heather Webster Partner — Teacher at Medomak Valley High School who adapted spacing strategies to improve student learning.
  • Jessica Anderson Partner — Teacher who worked with The Learning Agency Lab and Regan Gurung on a project examining metacognition in practice.
  • Leading Educators Partner — Collaborated on teacher selection and project implementation in Memphis, East Baton Rouge, and Kenner
  • Medomak Valley High School Partner — School where teachers Bill Hinkley and Heather Webster experimented with spacing strategies.
  • Overdeck Foundation Funder — Funded the Science of Learning project
  • Regan Gurung Partner — Learning expert and scientist who collaborated on a project examining metacognition in practice.
  • Teaching Lab Partner — Project partner in the Science of Learning initiative
  • Yana Weinstein-Jones Partner — Learning scientist whose quote is used to explain spacing.