Career & Technical Education
A Step in the Right Direction: Career Exploration in Middle School
Research shows that middle school matters in preparing students for college and career readiness, and policymakers are taking notice.
Targeting the Labor Market with Free College
It’s time to combine two of the hottest topics in higher education: free college and apprenticeship.
What Do State Lawmakers Need to Know About K-12 Accountability Assessments?
State lawmakers are more involved in assessment decisions than ever. A new report from New America lays out what they need to know.
A Well-Intended Bad Idea: Mayor Emanuel’s Plan for Chicago High Schools
Rahm Emanuel’s plan for Chicago Public Schools could push a new generation of grads off track to graduation or into the arms of for-profits
Construction Ahead: Are State Policies Building Bridges, Detours, or Roadblocks to College?
In “Mapping College Ready Policies,” Abigail Swisher analyzes states’ progress to ensure all students are on a path to high school.
Colleges are Starting to Make “College Ready” Meaningful
Some 200 colleges and universities will place students deemed “college ready” on Common Core aligned assessments in credit bearing courses.
Common Core Goes to College: Building Better Connections Between High School and Higher Education
Many of those within higher education were not involved in developing or endorsing the Common Core standards and assessments.
