Center for the Study of Education Policy

Emphasizing Research that Matters

The Center for the Study of Education Policy (CSEP) brings the results of research into the everyday world of educators, governmental leaders, and policymakers on the current and emerging policy issues affecting early childhood, K-12, and higher education. 

The state of dual credit after policy changes to faculty qualifications in Illinois

The research presented in this report is intended to lay the foundation for future exploration of incentives and potential revisions to existing loan forgiveness programs. 

Danielson Framework Professional Learning Opportunities

These learning opportunities have a two-fold purpose: 1) to grow leaders’ teacher evaluation and feedback skills and align the Danielson Framework components with principles of developmentally appropriate practice, and 2) inform PreK-3rd grade teachers about the Danielson Framework and how they can be collaborators in the teacher evaluation process.  

College Changes Everything Month

College Changes Everything® is a College Access Movement initiated by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission.  

CCE Conference 2017: Equity in College and Career Readiness Initiatives – Ensuring That All Students Are Equipped for Success

The 2017 College Changes Everything Conference was held July 20 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, with record participation by over 500 attendees. Sponsored by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the conference annually provides in-depth information and resources regarding post-secondary readiness, access and attainment. This year’s theme of equity focused on closing opportunity and achievement gaps, inclusivity, student engagement, and cultural responsiveness. 

“But it seemed like a good idea at the time”: A cautionary tale for higher education policy makers

The logic was simple: if students know they will pay more per credit hour if they take excess credits more of them will graduate on time.