Iberoamerican Change Research and School Effectiveness Network (RINACE) Lessons Learned from the Operation of the Network

Abstract

This article, we intend to put on view Iberoamerican Change Research and School Effectiveness Network (RINACE) contributions over the last ten years. To show how  since it´s birth had a clear objective, to be a reference,  exchange and dialogues site on advances in research so as to serve as a basis for decision-making in the classroom, in schools and in education policy. RINACE is an innovative experience that over the last ten years has had some key elements: a) institutional independence, b) work focused on a theme; c) the undoubted role of new technologies of communication and information; d) a strong support network without economical  dependencies but as the result of illusion, effort and commitment of its members, e) a tangible tasks and activities; f) disseminating research. Finally, this article is a contribution about lessons learned in a collaborative experience network that is framed in an optimistic education view and a commitment with the capacity, limited, of the education to transform in a more equitable and fair society.