How to Make myRA Better
One of Obama’s SOTU proposals seemed to embrace a modern understanding of why assets matter for the “fight” against inequality and poverty.
Latest
Big ideas, bold solutions. Explore the latest research, analysis, and policy insights from our experts.
New Research: Early Education’s Influence on the Achievement Gap
Expanding these effects across the country would require a challenging implementation process.
Postsecondary Institution Ratings System
New America submitted official comments to the U.S. Department of Education on the Department’s planned Postsecondary Institution Ratings Sy
UVa Feels Pressure to Become More Active in Merit Aid Arms Race
“We will risk losing top scholars unless we begin to rethink the relationship between admission and financial aid at UVa.”
Connectivity in the Classroom: What’s the Word on E-rate and ConnectED?
Education technology advocates have gotten a big boost from President Obama in the past week.
Next-Generation Connectivity for Schools and Libraries: What’s the word on E-rate and ConnectED?
Postsecondary Institution Ratings System Symposium
The U.S. Department of Education is hosting its rescheduled technical symposium to discuss constructing a college ratings system.
Pre-K, Charter Schools, and Hostage-Taking in New York
At the end of last week, New York’s ongoing argument over how to pay for pre-K slots took a new turn.
A Shifting Landscape for State Teacher Evaluation Policy
It’s been an exciting week for teacher quality policy, with the release of two new reports that provide insight into states’ progress.
CBO 2014 Estimate: Pell Grant Surplus Still Growing, Costs Revised Lower
The Congressional Budget Office provided a preliminary look at its 2014 budget estimates for the Pell Grant program today.