It's what you know: US universities strive to compete in knowledge-based economy

Article Abstract:

The US is lagging behind compared to other countries in terms of developing skilled and knowledgeable workers. An increase in the US government's investment in public universities is recommended to slow down tuition fee increases and to gain affordability and accessibility. The College Cost Reduction and Access Act would increase the Pell Grants and reduce interest rates, but these reforms only scratch the surface according to some studies.

Government expenditures, Government domestic functions, Labor Distribution by Employer, Evaluation, Statistics, Education, Higher, Higher education, United States. Congress, Government finance, Education policy

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With miles to go...

Article Abstract:

The study being conducted by New England Transportation Institute on the transportation facilities in rural areas is discussed.

Goods & services distribution, Analysis, Transportation, Rural areas, Transportation facilities, Sparsely populated areas

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