Resources

Unpacking the Work of Work-based Learning

  • Research/ Report
February 2021 —

This resource from the Aspen Institute describes the key components of work-based learning (WBL) programs that predominantly serve young adults (16-24) of color in workforce development programming.

Mitigating Unanticipated Circumstances: Resetting Perkins V State Determined Performance Levels During the COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Guide/Tool
February 2021 —

This resource from Advance CTE and the Association for Career and Technical Education provides an overview of four steps states can take to decide whether and how they might revise their Perkins V performance targets as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

State Policies Impacting CTE: 2020 Year in Review

  • Research/ Report
February 2021 —

This paper, produced by Advance CTE, ACTE and ECS, is the eighth annual review of CTE and career-readiness policies in the states and territories. The report highlights notable legislation, board rules, executive actions and governor-led initiatives in each state. 

The Role of States in Credential Transparency

  • Research/ Report
February 2021 —

This resource identifies roles that the state can play in supporting credential transparency, an online system with uniform, trusted and timely information about credentials, competencies, quality, pathways and outcomes.

Building Better Futures for Learners: A 50-State Analysis of Area Technical Centers

  • Research/ Report
February 2021 —

This first of its kind national research explores the role of area technical centers (ATCs) in the CTE delivery system and how states can leverage ATCs to meet postsecondary attainment goals and serve learners.

Ready for What? How Multiple Graduation Pathways Do—and Do Not—Signal Readiness for College and Careers

  • Research/ Report
February 2021 —

This Alliance for Excellent Education (All4Ed) report provides state policymakers and advocates with an analysis of the various graduation pathways currently in effect. It also offers recommendations to help lawmakers and others focus graduation pathway policies on equity and excellence.

Career Readiness Data Quality and Use Policy Benchmark Tool

  • Guide/Tool
February 2021 —

This Policy Benchmark Tool is a comprehensive resource designed to assist state leaders in strengthening the quality and use of career readiness data. It provides a roadmap and tools for understanding the six elements of a high-quality career readiness data ecosystem. 

Case Study: Texas' Automated Learner Identification System and Statewide Programs of Study

  • Case Study
February 2021 —

This case study is part of a series of case studies to support the Advance CTE Career Readiness Data Quality and Use Policy Benchmark Tool. Supporting element one, data is collected consistently and accurately, this case study examines how Texas reformed its process to identify concentrators.