New York City

Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Teacher Tenure, Performance Screens, and Teacher Improvement: Tenure Reform in New York City

Jan 11, 2017, 8:30-10:00 am EST

Weill Hall, Room 1220

The objective of the Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS) is to engage students and faculty from across the university in conversations around education research using various research methodologies.

Causal Inference in Education Research Seminar (CIERS)

Leveling the playing field for school choice in New York City

Mar 9, 2016, 8:30-10:00 am EST

Weill Hall, Room 3240

A presentation by Jennifer Jennings, Assistant Professor of Sociology at NYU

EPI Seminars at CLOSUP: 'The Effects of New York City's Charter Schools on Student Achievement'

Nov 19, 2007, 4:00-5:30 pm EST

Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

Abstract: We analyze all but a few of the 47 charter schools operating in New York City in 2005-06. The schools tend to locate in disadvantaged neighborhoods and serve students who are substantially poorer than the average public school student in New York City. The schools also attract black applicants to an unusual degree, not only relative to New York City but also relative to the traditional public schools from which they draw.

EPI Working papers

Can You Recognize an Effective Teacher When You Recruit One?

November 1, 2008

Brian Jacob, Jonah Rockoff, Thomas Kane, Douglas Staiger

Research on the relationship between teachers' characteristics and teacher effectiveness has been underway for over a century, yet little progress has been made in linking teacher quality with factors observable at the time of hire. However, most...

Does size matter? The role of small high schools in reforming public education panel

Jan 31, 2011 1:24:19

Howard S. Bloom, Brian Jacob, Johnathon Matthews, and Michael F. Tenbusch discuss the new results of the NYC study as well as the ongoing efforts among the small school community in the Detroit area. January, 2011.

Roland Fryer: Are high-quality schools enough to close the achievement gap?

Jan 20, 2010 1:23:01

Harvard education economist Roland Fryer describes the positive impact of the Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) on school achievement. Fryer also discusses whether schools alone can eliminate the achievement gap. January, 2010.