Dual Enrollment Work-Based Course Toolkit
Through the Tennessee SySTEM grant, Tennessee high schools planned and executed STEM/Computer Science based dual enrollment work-based courses, courses that combine dual enrollment credit and work-based learning through an employer partner. These tools were used…
The Fruit and Root Analysis
Together, the Building Equitable Pathways (BEP) community of practice worked to identify the manifestations of racism and inequity, the “fruit,” and the underlying causes and drivers of inequity, the “roots.” This framework offers a similar…
Framework for the Design and Implementation of College and Career Pathways in Rural Communities
Pathways that respond to the unique needs of—and opportunities in—rural communities are a critical strategy to support youth and advance economic development. This framework outlines key considerations and promising strategies for pathways leaders who seek…
From Designing Policy Solutions to Building Coalitions
This paper outlines potential actions and roles for intermediaries to facilitate the development and implementation of truly equitable education-to-career pathways systems. Specifically, it could guide the broader field of intermediary organizations and efforts to engage…
Kentucky Student Success Collaborative's Two Strategies to Accelerate Higher Education in Their State
On March 20, the Student Success Center Network (SSCN) attended the Association of American Colleges & Universities conference on diversity, equity, and student success to share approaches to accelerating progress in meeting students’ needs. Phyllis…
Education Quality Outcomes Standards (EQOS)
The EQOS Quality Assurance Framework helps learners and workers, education institutions and postsecondary training providers, private investors, governments, and others identify high-quality opportunities that lead to equitable economic advancement. Introduction Education Quality Outcomes Standards (EQOS),…
State Policy Road Map for a Smarter Postsecondary System
Our recommendations are framed in three strategies: Policy Agenda We created a comprehensive reforms agenda framed around three strategies for making postsecondary education work for students and the economy. Our goal is to guide policymakers…