The Benefits Based Accountability Handbook...

...pulls all of the research and practical experiences into one place so that anyone can learn how to build a Benefits-Based Accountability and its accompanying systems.

Up until its creation, the only way to get access to the tools and frameworks was via a more expensive consulting arrangement. While those arrangements are still a core piece of what bravEd offers–and the Handbook is a part of each of those–that sort of arrangement isn't for everyone.

The Handbook guides a reader through the process of both learning about the basics of accountability all the way through the creation of an accountability system that can be used by a school, a central office, or both.

The Handbook is only available via an online membership. Presenting the Handbook in a virtual form has allowed us to adjust or modify the content in real time, as opposed to having outdated content floating around in old printed editions.

Beginning in 2026, the content–much of it in print form–will begin to be supplemented with both video content as well as accompanying podcast material to offer additional supports.  

Why This Matters

Building a better accountability system independent of policy is likely the only way to shift educational accountability policy in a positive direction.

The truth is that most professions don't have formal accountability systems and sos when policy makers attested to invent one for schools they had surprisingly little to go on. The had a sense of what accountability means, as well as when people and organizations were being accountable, but translating that into a system proved to be a real challenge.

Until policy makers have clear lines of sight into what a great system looks like, any changes they make are likely to follow on their original thoughts regarding test scores and school ratings. Everyone who learns what the Handbook has to offer and begins to put it into practice contributes to the creation of something better.

Your Next Step

The Benefits-Based Accountability Handbook can be purchased as annual membership by individuals or by a team of educators at a reduced rate. After two years of continuous access, members are invited to join our Community of Practice, which is our sustaining membership for those who have created Benefits-Based Accountability Systems. The Community includes the Handbook and an array of additional resources, all at significantly reduced rates.

Individuals may click below to register. To register a team at a discounted rate, please send an email to [email protected].