Israelis consistently secure European Research Council (ERC) grant funding at higher success rates compared to peers from most participating countries. Israeli scores in the ERC metric within the Adjusted Research Excellence Index (AREI) have been significantly above average and double those of the next highest (Switzerland) -- yet on other AREI…

The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the multifaceted effects of foreign aid on higher education within the Ghanaian context. The primary objectives of the study encompass assessing the outcomes and challenges brought about by foreign aid in higher education. Through a meticulously designed methodology, the study delves into the…

This document records testimony from a hearing before the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education that was held to discuss how to overcome obstacles to safely reopen schools. Member statements were presented by: (1) Honorable Rick W. Allen, Ranking Member, Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary…

In May 2016, Government funding of £80 million was awarded to establish five employer-led National Colleges in key growth sectors -- Creative and Cultural (NCCI), Digital Skills (Ada), Nuclear (NCfN), High Speed Rail (NCHSR) and Oil and Gas. This was alongside substantial investment from Local Authorities (LAs), Local Enterprise Partnerships…

The document reports a study of Federal financial-assistance programs to schools with concentrations of American Indian children. The study involved collecting data by interviewing state and local officials in 60 school districts in 8 states; interviews were also conducted with Bureau of Indian Affairs and Office of Education officials in…

Responses to four questions by 13 presidential candidates in a survey by the Council on Competitiveness is presented. Four questions covered financing college education, training and retraining, federal research and development programs, and federal support of science and technology. (MLW)

This summary report presents major findings of a study comparing repayment of student loans and the impact of educational debt on students' life decisions in 1985 and 1991. A survey was sent to a random sample of approximately 3,000 borrowers during repayment of their student loans in both 1985 and 1991. Useable surveys were received from 628…

This monograph consists, first, of a brief discussion of the methodology of a study comparing repayment of student loans and the impact of educational debt on students' life decisions in 1985 and 1991, and second, of extensive tables, profiles, and appendices which detail the study's findings. A survey was sent to a random sample of approximately…

This document reports on the role of the Federal Government in rendering financial aid to non-public schools. This report includes facts and attitudes. A two-fold approach toward gaining attitudinal data was undertaken. A critical review of existing attitudinal data was commissioned and an analysis of the attitudinal data gathered as part of…

AISD used $13,541,075 federal Title I funds during school year 2001-2002 to serve low-income students and support district parent involvement and other grant activities. This report summarizes evaluation information available for that school year.