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Predictive AI in higher ed could replicate long-standing racial and economic inequalities. If a model is trained on biased historical data, it could reproduce that bias—flagging Black, Latino, or first-gen students as “at risk” more often. brookings.edu/articles/using…

Teachers with longer commutes leave their schools at higher rates, are absent from work more often, and are somewhat less effective. brookings.edu/articles/teach…

Public college and university boards set tuition, hire presidents, and approve billion-dollar budgets—yet most are unelected, politically appointed, and rarely transparent. brookings.edu/articles/under…

Pandemic disruptions widened learning gaps across the United States. Vivian C. Wong and co-authors argue that strengthening federal education research funding is essential to developing interventions that support all students. brookings.edu/articles/how-f…

On May 8, join us for a webinar exploring the growing shortage of STEM teachers in U.S. schools, its impact on learning recovery and future workforce needs, and how education leaders can respond to these urgent challenges. RSVP here: brookings.edu/events/support…

Under a federal tax credit scholarship plan, most benefits would go to higher-income families in cities and suburbs. Jon Valant and Nicolas Zerbino argue this would leave out much of rural America, where private school access is limited or nonexistent. brookings.edu/articles/how-a…

In this Brookings Brown Center piece, @bdhuey and I examine proposals that would shift IDEA funding outside the traditional framework. The proposals highlight trade offs between greater flexibility and the enforcement mechanisms that have long defined IDEA. brookings.edu/articles/trump…

Civics education in the U.S. has quietly declined, and now Trump’s push to dismantle the Department of Education raises new concerns about civil rights. Dr. Katie Dunn Tenpas and Rachel Perera explore how civics education supports a healthy democracy. 🎧 Listen: brookings.edu/articles/does-…

The proposed scholarship program isn’t a neutral expansion of school choice, according to Jon Valant and Zerbino. It privileges donors and families with resources while offering little to rural students, who often lack access to private school options. brookings.edu/articles/how-t…

Governors from both parties are focusing on youth well-being, but Democrats more often propose expanding access to mental health services and meals, while Republicans emphasize school security and nutrition standards. Read more: brookings.edu/articles/gover…

Public early childhood education delivers lasting gains—not just for kids, but for families and the economy. Lindsay Weixler finds it improves children’s development and boost parents’ income and work hours well beyond enrollment. brookings.edu/articles/the-l…

Unlike student absenteeism, which disproportionately affects economically disadvantaged schools, post-pandemic teacher absenteeism has risen across both high- and low-poverty schools at similar rates, find Mike Hansen and co-authors. brookings.edu/articles/state…

The House GOP’s new voucher scheme would force vouchers into all states—and give a huge shelter for the ultra-rich. Read the whole thing The Brookings Institution Brookings Brown Center

The Educational Choice for Children Act would offer $5 billion in federal tax credits for private school scholarships. But Jon Valant warns it’s designed to bypass public accountability—and risks diverting funds from rural and underserved communities. brookings.edu/articles/the-e…

International college students contribute billions to the U.S. economy each year. Richard Startz highlights the risks of restrictive visa policies, and the opportunity to invest in global talent. brookings.edu/articles/inter…

Federal watchdogs play a key role in enforcing special education rights—but the Trump administration wants to step back. Tammy Kolbe and Elizabeth Dhuey explain how that shift threatens funding, accountability, and support for students with disabilities. brookings.edu/articles/trump…

State scholarship programs often depend on federal aid to make college affordable. @KatharineMeyer warns that proposed Pell Grant cuts could strain these programs, limiting access for low-income students. brookings.edu/articles/pell-…

Professional development for experienced teachers is frequently short-term and disconnected from daily practice. Implementing sustained support models would help improve classroom instruction and student experience, explains Micheal W. Kirst. brookings.edu/articles/a-new…