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Report Release: Reforming Teacher Pensions for a Changing Work Force
New Education Sector report examines teacher pensions and details the problems facing current state pension programs.
Sport or Not? A Question for the Courts
Senior Policy Analyst Elena Silva interviewed by the New York Times on Title IX.
Teachers Unions as Agents of Reform
Brad Jupp, an architect of Denver's landmark performance-based teacher pay system, ProComp, is an outspoken advocate of both labor organizing and quality education for disadvantaged kids. In this interview, Jupp talks about ProComp, his views on teacher unionism, and the future of the teaching profession.
Education Sector Welcomes Three New Board Members
Education Sector's board of directors names three prominent leaders in the fields of education and journalism to the board: David W. Breneman, Richard Lee Colvin, and Peter McWalters.
For-profit colleges: Do they shortchange students?
Policy Director Kevin Carey comments on a recent Senate HELP Committee hearing on for-profit colleges.
Education Sector and Washington Monthly are teaming up to host a live event to highlight the release of the magazine's annual "College Guide."
Watch the full video of this event! On June 30, 2010, Education Sector hosted a panel discussion on emerging strategies to link teacher evaluation and professional development.
Read through the transcript of this online discussion! Experts explore the teacher and leader challenges surrounding the school turnaround issue.
On April 22, 2010, Education Sector hosted an important discussion about the role minority-serving institutions play in improving student success in college, and what the higher education community can learn from from these institutions. Listen to the full event!
In March 2010, Education Sector and College Summit hosted an important discussion about what "college- and career-ready" means and how it looks in policy and practice. Watch the full video!
What if school choice meant every student could have a personalized education experience? Read through the transcript of this online discussion about whether choice can evolve beyond the current school-centered vision to offer greater customization for all students within a public system.
Education Sector and Washington Monthly hosted a discussion about what the Obama administration's new focus on higher education means for the future of American colleges and universities. Listen to the podcast!
Teachers and education experts discuss the role of teachers unions in the daily work of teachers and schools and implications for reform. Read through the transcript of this online discussion.
Education experts Sir Michael Barber, Dominic Brewer, Sandy Kress, and Rob Manwaring discuss how policymakers can use rewards and positive incentives to encourage excellence in schools. Read through the transcript of this online discussion.
On April 29, Education Sector hosted a discussion on ensuring accountability in federal "Race to the Top" and innovation funds.