The New Economic Development Role of the Community College
This paper analyzes the new economic role of the community college by examining its role in workforce development for five different industries.
Community College/Cluster Connections: Specialization and Competitiveness in the U.S. and Europe
This paper examines four community colleges in the United States and Europe and their role in local economic development.
Unrealistic Plans and Misdirected Efforts: Are Community Colleges Getting the Right Message to High School Students?
This paper and related brief discuss the problem of high school students’ failure to prepare for college demands; policy reforms are suggested.
The Economic Benefits of Pre-Baccalaureate Education: Results from State and Local Studies
This CCRC brief discusses labor market outcome findings from five states that are in the lead in using Unemployment Insurance (UI) data.
The Economic Benefits of Sub-Baccalaureate Education: Results From National Studies
While community colleges serve many goals and missions, their occupational purposes are central. This brief uses national data to evaluate the economic benefits of sub-baccalaureate education.