Education policy research is the study of educational systems, policies, and practices with the goal of improving student outcomes. It involves examining the effectiveness of various educational policies and practices, as well as identifying areas in which improvements can be made. Education policy researchers may focus on a wide range of topics, such as curriculum design, teacher training, school funding, student assessments, and educational technology. They may use a variety of research methods, such as surveys, experiments, case studies, and statistical analysis, to gather and analyze data.