Young minority men have been particularly hard hit by the economic downturn, experiencing higher rates of unemployment and struggling longer with joblessness. In this 90-second video interview, Harry Holzer, Institute Fellow at the American Institutes for Research (AIR), explains what actions would most help such men. ...
AIR is investigating the large-scale implementation of research-based comprehensive school reform models as a strategy for increasing student achievement. Using qualitative and quantitative data, the study seeks to measure the effects of CSR models on student reading and mathematics achievement in elementary and middle schools. ...
The bachelor's degree has been seen as the doorway to the middle class for most Americans, but the recent rise of sub-baccalaureate credentials has been transforming higher education. In this video series, "Breakthroughs in Education and Social Mobility," expert Mark Schneider examines the value of such credentials. ...
School finance can play a critical role in giving all students an opportunity to achieve. Jesse Levin examines why it's important to accurately measure students' needs to ensure that they receive an equitable and adequate education.
In this blog post, David Osher, AIR vice president and international expert on school climate, social emotional learning, and student support, shares an interesting perspective about making a difference through school climate.