The Black Box of College Admissions
State legislators and the U.S. Education Department are scrutinizing college admissions practices.
Antitrust Law and the Future of the NCAA’s Amateurism Rules
Scholar suggests that the NCAA’s defense of amateurism no longer stands after a recent Supreme Court decision.
Smart Algorithmic Change Requires a Collaborative Political Process
A groundbreaking algorithm designed to optimize school start times meets fierce community resistance.
Defining Equity in Algorithmic Change
When Boston school leaders sought to use algorithms to redesign the bus schedule, equity remained a challenge.
The Curious Bipartisan Push for Evidence-Based Policymaking
Despite its popularity, “evidence-based” policymaking is often less rational than it sounds.
Obama-Era Education Regulations Targeted for Reform
Conservative legal group urges change to education regulations adopted under the previous Administration.
Broadening Access to Postsecondary Education
A recent New York City initiative attempts to remove barriers to higher education.
Supreme Court Raises the Bar for Students with Disabilities
Court unanimously revises its approach to students’ individualized education plans.
The Supreme Court’s 2016–2017 Regulatory Term
Legal scholars and practitioners analyze the Court’s most important regulatory decisions of this past term.
Congress Rejects Teacher Preparation Reporting Rule
Congress and President Trump use Congressional Review Act to rescind Obama-era education rule.
Removing the Tax Consequences of Student Loan Discharge
Treasury Department could take action to eliminate taxation of student loan forgiveness.
How Should Schools Regulate Cyberbullying?
Scholar discusses the importance of properly regulating cyberbullying in schools.