The Concise Oxford Dictionary explains the act of research as the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions. The researcher utilizes several different means to arrive at data to complete research findings. Research in education is paramount to achieving success in curriculum reform and realizing the maximum gains. This page presents a number of links to various aspects of research especially for administrators. There is a special report on the function of the Education Evaluation Center at the UWI, Cave Hill Campus.