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Trends in Education Philanthropy: Benchmarking 2025

Our Trends in Education Philanthropy: Benchmarking report, based on the latest survey of education grantmakers, offers insights into where and how funders are working and their evolving priorities.
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How Did The World’s Highest Performing Education Systems Approach Distance Learning?
Almost all top-performing education systems transitioned to distance learning this year so students could continue learning during coronavirus-related school closures. In a new paper, NCEE summarizes initial takeaways from their experiences, including why top performers were initially better prepared than the U.S. to implement distance learning quickly, how they increased capacity in real time, and how they responded to key distance learning challenges.
Blueprint for Testing: How Schools Should Assess Students During the Covid Crisis
All Hands on Deck: Guidance Regarding Reopening School Buildings
A guide to intentionally planning for school success during COVID-19 and beyond with health, safety, student learning, and equity at the forefront.
50-State Comparison: Teacher Employment Contract Policies
Teacher employment contract policies can impact teacher compensation and benefits, performance evaluations and retention. These are key issues for state policymakers amid growing teacher activism and an emphasis on quality instruction.
2020 State Progress Reports
Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) analysts monitor and report on states’ progress toward six Challenge to Lead 2020 Goals for education, which span early childhood through higher education and the workforce.
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