Executive Ed.D. Cohort

The American Educational Research Association (AERA), a national research society, strives to advance knowledge about education, to encourage scholarly inquiry related to education, and to promote the use of research to improve education and serve the public good.

Its primary purpose is to support members in the process of collecting, analyzing, and converting data into information that supports decision-making in higher education.

ASHE is a scholarly society with 2,000 members dedicated to higher education as a field of study.

NASPA is the leading association for the advancement, health, and sustainability of the student affairs profession.

NACUBO specifically represents chief business and financial officers through advocacy efforts, community service, and professional development activities. The association's mission is to advance the economic viability, business practices and support for higher education institutions in fulfillment of their missions.

Alabama Achieves is a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing education and workforce development in Alabama. The website provides resources, tools, and information to support students, educators, and communities in achieving academic success and preparing for future careers. Access to state testing data is also available through this website.

Great resource for access to archived webpages such as previous administrations' Dept. of Education content.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is a primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the United States. It provides a wealth of statistical information on various aspects of education, including enrollment, graduation rates, and educational resources, supporting policymakers, researchers, and educators in informed decision-making.

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) is the federal agency responsible for promoting student achievement and ensuring equal access to education. The website offers resources, policies, and information on various educational programs, funding opportunities, and initiatives aimed at improving education across the nation.

In postsecondary education, since 2005 the Education Policy Center has published or partnered to publish 40 issue briefs and reports and 28 juried articles across four interrelated areas: (1) access and finance of public higher education; (2) college completion; (3) Pell Grants; and (4) rural community colleges.

The Alabama Commission on Higher Education's website offers a wealth of information for educators, students, and parents about the different post-secondary options available within Alabama. This website has a robust data portal as well as comprehensive institutional profiles

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