Type Of Content: Brief

Designing Equitable Through-Year Assessments

files December 04, 2024 by Shayna Levitan, Nicholas Munyan-Penney

Crucial technical considerations for advocates and state administrators.

5 Things Every Equity Advocate Should Know About Through-Year Assessments

files December 04, 2024 by Shayna Levitan, Nicholas Munyan-Penney

Equitable and thoughtfully designed through-year assessments can enhance summative assessment systems to better meet the academic needs of all students

Understanding the Full Cost of Short-Term Credentials

files November 19, 2024 by Jinann Bitar, Sandra Perez, Sabreyna Reese, Mia Elliott

Interest in short-term credentials is surging but their value is mixed. More research is needed to assess their effectiveness.

Teacher Preparation and House Bill 8: Unlocking Community College Funding to Support Aspiring Educators

files November 15, 2024 by EdTrust-Texas

Texas education advocates and policymakers are seeking innovative solutions to address the state’s alarming reliance on uncertified teachers.

How to Prioritize Funding for Students’ Social, Emotional, and Academic Development

files August 07, 2024 by Joy Namunoga, Nancy Duchesneau

Students’ social & emotional well-being are linked to academic learning. States should prioritize funding programs that holistically support students’ needs.

Higher Education in Texas Prisons

files June 25, 2024 by Alexa Garza

This brief looks at Higher Education in Prison (HEP) in Texas as it relates to programs provided inside the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ).

Educational Recovery and Acceleration through Equitable Funding: How Michigan’s Budget Can Improve Outcomes for all Students

files February 13, 2024 by EdTrust-Midwest

This document highlights key pieces of Governor Whitmer’s education budget recommendation and explore how these priorities, as well as other strategies, can advance equity and excellence in Michigan schools

Increasing Access to Advanced Coursework in Massachusetts

files January 30, 2024 by Kristen Hengtgen, Hector Biaggi

These resources are designed to help advocates, educators, and policymakers compare best practices and make informed decisions at the state level on advanced coursework for students.

Increasing Access to Advanced Coursework in Kentucky

files December 13, 2023 by Kristen Hengtgen, Hector Biaggi

This brief provides data analyses and a scan of policies and practices for advocates, educators, and policymakers who are leading the work to increase access to advanced coursework for Black and Latino students.