The Workweek: Nov. 8, 2016
Highlights from the week's latest research, news, and perspectives around the labor market.
Unequal from Birth
While other developed countries have invested in high-quality early care and learning infrastructure, the U.S. is woefully behind.
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When It Comes to Infant-Toddler Care and Development, It’s All About the Relationships
A new brief focuses on two practices that child care centers should make a priority: primary caregiving and continuity of care
Can English Proficiency Level Predict Academic Performance for English Language Learners?
New research examines if state English proficiency requirements are adequate to ensure future academic success for ELLs.
COP22 Needs Some Love and Here’s Why
COP22 starts next week in Morocco.
Cyberbullying Prevention: A Case for Starting Early
What parents and educators should recognize is that addressing cyberbullying may require starting with early education.
Getting Rad, Not Even: Universal Student Debt Write-Offs Get Results, But Not the Best Ones
Using the Federal Reserve’s 2013 Survey of Consumer Finances to look at student debt levels among American families.
11/3 – FCC Comments on E-rate Petition to Permit Schools to Extend Internet to Low-Income Students at Home
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Benefits, Costs of Tulsa’s Universal Pre-K Examined
While return on investment is lower than targeted programs, policymakers should consider other benefits associated with universal pre-K
Can Ranked Voting Save the Electoral Process?
Encouraging civic participation is great, but ranked ranked choice voting might make a real difference.
Communicating in a Catastrophe: The Lessons of Orlando
Communities, governments, and media all play a role in promoting resilience against terror in a society with open communication.
Don’t Connect to a Public Wi-Fi Network Anywhere You Wouldn’t Go Barefoot
Much as basic hygiene can promote health and wellness, using a VPN on public Wi-Fi networks promotes cyber health and wellness.
How New York State Is Lifting the Torch for its Dual Language Learners
A new report from New America's Dual Language Learners National Work Group explores New York's recent policy reforms for DLLs.