The Institute for Research and Policy on Acceleration (IRPA)
The Institute for Research and Policy on Acceleration (IRPA) is dedicated to the study of curricular acceleration for academically talented students.
Academic acceleration is one of the most effective educational interventions for gifted students. The practices and policies surrounding acceleration and its role in the education of high ability students are some of the most important questions in the field of gifted education.
IRPA is unique in that its sole focus is research on acceleration so teachers and administrators can implement an effective and research-based curriculum. IRPA also consults with policy makers so that educational policies and procedures will reflect research results.
IRPA was established in 2006 at The Connie Belin & Jacqueline N. Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development at the University of Iowa through the generous support of the John Templeton Foundation.