What Is Known About the Impact of Financial Aid? Implications for Policy
This paper reviews the research literature on the effectiveness of financial aid, with special attention to its implications for policy.
Conducting Research to Answer Your Questions About Dual Enrollment
This summary is intended to help decision-makers understand why research on the effectiveness of dual enrollment programs is important and how policymakers can support research activities.
Beyond Traditional College: The Role of Community Colleges, Career and Technical Postsecondary Education in Preparing a Globally Competitive Work Force
This essay describes the characteristics of community college students and discusses the role of the community college in increasing access to higher education by traditionally underserved students.
ATE Regional Centers: CCRC Final Report
This paper analyzes how effective ATE regional centers, which work with community colleges and businesses in a single region to improve technical education, have been in meeting their goals.
Remediation in the Community College: An Evaluator’s Perspective
This working paper provides a conceptual framework for the rigorous evaluation of remedial education interventions.