Within the AERA community of education researchers, members belong to one of more of the 12 divisions and over 160 Special Interest Groups,  Graduate student members also enjoy ongoing communication and support provided by the Graduate Student Council (GSC).  In addition, the Organization of Institutional Affiliates (OIA) provides a forum for academic instititutions, departments, non-university based research institutions, and professional associations to share information about federal education research issues, people, and events, as well as to be engaged in shaping policy with regard to significant research issues.  Read more