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Research, Evaluation + Policy

CCE conducts research and evaluation that informs education policy to promote equity and improve student outcomes. In collaboration with clients and partners, CCE designs and carries out rigorous research and evaluation studies using quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods on a range of topics, including Black and Latino youth, English Language Learners; performance assessment; and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Our research informs the work of educators, policy makers and other stakeholders—from the classroom to the state house and beyond.

Using data and evidence to address achievement gaps.

There is no path to excellence without equity. CCE uses data and evidence to identify gaps in opportunity, access and outcomes between students from different racial/ethnic, income and language backgrounds. CCE uses data to provide educators and leaders at the school, district and state levels a deeper understanding of the extent of the gaps that divide their students and provides analysis and recommendations supported by evidence to guide change.

Catalyzing change through knowledge dissemination.

The greatest impact of research comes from clearly communicating findings and recommendations to provide new information and perspectives on how to improve public education. CCE actively diffuses this knowledge by engaging diverse audiences to provoke dialogue, challenge assumptions, deepen understanding, highlight innovation, and catalyze action at all levels of the education system.

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Promising Practices and Unfinished Business: Fostering Equity and Excellence for Black and Latino Males

April 2015

The second of a pair of studies commissioned by Boston Public Schools (BPS), examines four Boston public schools in which Black and Latino male students are doing comparably better than their peers. It features case studies that identify promising educational models, policies, and practices associated with increased engagement and improved outcomes for Black and Latino males in BPS.

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Opportunity and Equity: Enrollment and Outcomes of Black and Latino Males in Boston Public Schools

November 2014

The first of two reports commissioned by Boston Public Schools (BPS) to examine the outcomes for Black and Latino males in BPS, and identify the extent and implications of achievement and opportunity gaps where they exist.

Executive Summary

Full Report

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Improving Educational Outcomes of English Language Learners in Schools and Programs in Boston Public Schools

November 2011

The first of two companion studies examining the enrollment and performance of English language learners (ELLs) in Boston Public Schools (BPS) over seven school years (SY2003-SY2009). This first report revealed that ELL students often lack access to quality learning opportunities, and that teachers need support to address ELL student needs.

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“Strengthening adults’ knowledge of the historical and political contexts of students’ countries of origin, of how Black and Latino male students form their social and cultural identities, and of the terms they use to self-identify would be a first step in embedding best practices for Black and Latino male students into school culture.” Promising Practices and Unfinished Business: Fostering Equity and Excellence for Black and Latino Males

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