Reconnecting opportunity youth through work-based learning
An OECD report debuted at New America explores strategies for building shared success for at-risk youth and their employers.
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Students’ No. 1 Higher Education Obstacle May Surprise You
When college students were asked about the major obstacles with pursuing a college education, the cost of textbooks took first place.
January’s Open Letter From OTI’s Director: OTI’s Positive Agenda in a Post-Trump World
OTI Director Kevin Bankston wrote an open letter identifying OTI's priorities following the presidential election.
The Case for Expanding Gainful Employment Under Trump
The Trump Administration should adopt the Gainful Employment standard for all postsecondary education programs.
The Workweek: Jan. 10, 2017
Highlights from the week's latest research, news, and perspectives around the labor market.
1/09 – Comments Supporting a Rulemaking to Open the 1,000 MHz C-Band for Fixed Wireless and Unlicensed Use
FCC Filing
Laptops in the Classroom Stops Lecturing, Not Learning
Laptop and technology bans preserve and protect lectures, not learning.
OTI Supports the Reintroduction of the Email Privacy Act
Today, Congressmen Yoder and Polis reintroduced the Email Privacy Act (H.R. 387) for the 115th Congress.
Revolutionary Code
American Hostages More Likely to Remain in Captivity or Die Than Other Western Hostages
American hostages are more likely to remain in captivity or die than other Western hostages.
Kandahar Journals
A photojournalist's reflection on the psychological transformation after covering frontline combat in Afghanistan from 2006 to 2010.
Early Education Priorities for 2017
New America’s Education Policy program has released an agenda with 10 important actions to help reform the country’s education system
Looking Forward
New America CEO Anne-Marie Slaughter looks toward 2017 with the Shift Commission.
Be the Unexpected
The US has become all too predictable, making it easier for our adversaries to probe for weaknesses.