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At CEPR, we partner with education leaders across the country to generate actionable insights that drive meaningful improvement in student outcomes. Our work spans the full education spectrum—from early childhood through K–12, postsecondary, and into the workforce. Grounded in rigorous data analysis and real-world collaboration, our research tackles the most pressing questions facing educators and policymakers today.
Whether you're exploring how to improve classroom instruction, close equity gaps, or strengthen the connection between education and career success, you'll find timely, impactful research to guide your work. Search by resource type, topic area, sector, or audience to discover what we're learning—and how it can help you make a difference.
Latest Publications and Resources
Report: Randomized Controlled Trial of BookNook Virtual ELA Tutoring (SY24–25)
Discover insights from the Arkansas Tutoring Project's randomized controlled trial of virtual BookNook tutoring.
Research Brief: Does Virtual BookNook Tutoring Improve Student ELA Achievement?
This research brief summarizes work from the Arkansas Tutoring Project, evaluating the impact of BookNook virtual tutoring on ELA performance.
From Learning Recession to Learning Recovery: Understanding the Sources of U.S. K-12 Improvement
Building College and Career Readiness: A Cross-State Policy Landscape Analysis in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma
This brief examines how three neighboring states—Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma—are approaching the challenge of preparing students for college, career, and, broadly, life beyond high school.
College and Career Readiness Data Infrastructure Matrix: Visual Summary Tool
College and Career Readiness Data Infrastructure Matrix
College and Career Readiness Data Infrastructure Matrix: User Guide
Hiring for Data Talent: An SDP Resource
This resource outlines how to hire effective education data talent by aligning role expectations upfront and prioritizing not just technical skills but also integrity, problem-solving, and strong communication.
Financing Community Colleges: Current Landscape and Future Directions
This chapter describes the community college landscape with a focus on state funding formulas, enrollment declines, and federal recovery investments during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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