Research

Current articles on the most recent reports, studies, and research concerning education.

Too Few Youths Eligible for Military, Leaders Say

U.S. schools chief Arne Duncan joins retired generals in citing early-childhood education as one solution to high rates of ineligibility. November 6, 2009

Paper Calls for Focus on High School Teachers

If more students are to be ready for college and careers, says the Alliance for Excellent Education, secondary teachers must be better prepared. Updated: November 6, 2009

National Panel Urges Upgrades to Teacher Workforce

The recommendations for states and districts from a high-powered task force are drawing fire from the American Federation of Teachers. November 4, 2009

Data on U.S. College Degrees Called Misleading

Statistics used to make the case that the United States no longer leads the world in higher education are “a mess,” a scholar argues. November 4, 2009

Study Urges Regional Focus on Rural Schools

Rural schools are more diverse and need more help from programs for disadvantaged students than they typically receive, a new report says. November 3, 2009

News Briefs

Long-Term ELLS

Among students in Los Angeles classified as English-language learners, 29 percent are not reclassified as fluent in English by the 8th grade, according to a study. November 3, 2009

The 'STEM' Pipeline

The flow of qualified mathematics and science students through the American education pipeline is strong—except among high-achievers, a report finds. November 3, 2009

Report Finds No Lasting Effect for Tennessee Pre-K Program

A report shows the effectiveness of Tennessee's prekindergarten program diminishes after the 2nd grade, but supporters say it still provides a valuable foundation. November 3, 2009

Scholar Susan Fuhrman to Lead National Academy of Education

Susan Fuhrman, an expert on education policy research and international studies, took over as president of the National Academy of Education. November 3, 2009

Cognitive Science

A Scientific American article suggests that students learn more when they are challenged to make mistakes. October 27, 2009

Data on Districts

Twenty-seven school districts have now reached the 100,000-plus student-enrollment mark. October 27, 2009

More News Briefs

Experts: H.S. Football Concussions Merit More Study

October 30, 2009, AP

College Enrollment Up, Mostly at 2-Year Schools

October 29, 2009, AP

Report: Tenn. Pre-K Not Effective After 2nd Grade

October 29, 2009, AP

NCES Finds States Lowered 'Proficiency' Bar

Proficiency standards became less rigorous from 2005 to 2007 in a number of states, says a study by the National Center for Education Statistics. Updated: November 2, 2009

Study: English-Learning Too Slow in L.A. Schools

October 29, 2009, AP

Blair, Duncan Push Schools as Community Hubs

Britain’s former Prime Minister joined the U.S. Education Secretary in touting the role of school as a social anchor. Updated: November 2, 2009

Study Urges Regional Focus on Rural Schools

Rural schools are more diverse and need more help from programs for disadvantaged students than they typically receive, a new report says. October 28, 2009

Chicago School Closings Found to Yield Few Gains

Most students were sent to low-performing schools like those they left, and performed no better in their new ones, a study finds. Updated: October 30, 2009

Turnover in Principalship Focus of Research

Studies are showing that many principals don't stay on the job long, and that those who leave don't take other jobs as school leaders. October 26, 2009

Sizer's Legacy Seen in Push to Revamp High Schools

Updated: October 26, 2009

Clearinghouse Finds Evidence Reading Program Works

Updated: October 21, 2009

Oral-Language Skills for English-Learners Focus of Researchers

October 19, 2009

Graduation Rates Rise in Southern States, Study Finds

October 19, 2009

Commentary

No Success Like Failure?

October 19, 2009

Pre-K Lessons Linked to TV Produce Gains in Literacy, Study Says