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The Power of One-on-One Tutoring in Early Literacy
MDRC researchers found that the Reading Partners program has a positive impact on three different measures of reading proficiency.
What is the Price of College? Total, Net and Out-of-Pocket Prices by Type of Institution 2011-12
Which College Will Replace Wash U. as the Least Socioeconomically Diverse in the Country?
For years, Washington University in St. Louis has held the distinction of being the least socioeconomically diverse college in the country.
Bankrupt Colleges, Terrible Fraternities, and Early April Madness
Higher Ed Happy Hour Episode 5: Kevin, Libby and Andrew unpack the Department of Education's list of financially troubled institutions.
Could Micro-credentials Drive Transparency — and Quality — in Teacher Learning?
Given how little is currently known about the impact of professional learning opportunities, micro-credentialing could be a path forward.
The Strange History of the Student Borrower Defenses Provision
The only thing growing faster than the cost of college is the number of former Corinthian College students refusing to pay their debts.
Getting Specific About Family Engagement and Dual Language Learners
What can a small Catalan city teach American towns about integrating and supporting dual language learners in schools?
Obama Backtracks on Targeting Student Loan Benefits
New Income Based Repayment (IBR) announce by the Obama administration this week will have a regressive effect on low income earners.
Transforming What it Means to Teach Young Children, Birth Through Age 8
For many years, advocates of early education have focused on reaching children and their families.
Head Start Works Particularly Well for Dual Language Learners
New research suggests Head Start is especially effective at supporting dual language learners' development.
7 Things You Should Read On Forming Movements From Moments
Part of “From Moment to Movement: Conversations on Race in America,” New America’s collaborative partnership with Howard University.
Beyond the Wall Lies a Different China
Roughly half of Chinese people actually live in these rural areas—areas Westerners rarely remember or acknowledge.
Bridging Gaps For Immigrant-Origin Children
A recent report explores how immigrant children's educational outcomes are linked to their pre-migration and post-migration circumstances.
Don’t Count on Institutions to Save Us
Why have populists started to stagnate in numerous countries with proportional representation?