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Education and Literacy
Presents findings from a 2008-09 state-by-state survey of progress in aligning standards, graduation requirements, assessments, data systems, and accountability systems with colleges' and employers' expectations. Charts trends and lists resources.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States
Education and Literacy;Employment and Labor
Examines successful state strategies in instituting a community college-centered career pathway framework, a series of education and training programs and support services focused on specific occupational sectors. Explores challenges and lessons learned.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States (Midwestern) / Wisconsin;North America / United States (Southern) / Kentucky;North America / United States (Northwestern) / Oregon;North America / United States (Southern) / Arkansas;North America / United States (Northwestern) / Washington
Education and Literacy
Examines college readiness levels in Texas by race/ethnicity, age, and core subject and factors behind low completion rates at community and technical colleges. Calls for reforming developmental education and assessment. Profiles current initiatives.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States (Southwestern) / Texas
Education and Literacy
Outlines the Linked Learning model of combining rigorous high school academics with technical learning and real-world experience at the Center for Advanced Research Technology. Presents data on its impact on community college and university enrollment.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States (Western) / California
Education and Literacy
Describes the foundation's investments in utilizing technology to develop innovative learning models and personalized educational pathways to help low-income and minority high school students graduate ready for college and obtain postsecondary degrees.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States
Education and Literacy;Government Reform
Outlines Gates' criteria for fewer, clearer, and higher standards to improve college and career readiness, including teachable and measurable, aligned with curricula and assessments, clear about proficiency, focused on higher knowledge, and transferable.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States
Community and Economic Development;Education and Literacy
Outlines challenges for rural high schools such as funding inequities and advantages such as parental support. Recommends best practices and policies for improving standards, accountability, student options, teachers, community support, and resources.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States
Education and Literacy;Employment and Labor;Government Reform
Recommends policies to raise postsecondary education attainment rates and incomes by aligning higher education with workforce needs, expanding financial access to and state support for colleges, and providing multiple pathways. Lists promising practices.
August 1970
Geographic Focus: North America / United States (Northeastern) / Maine
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