Principal Investigator:
Dr. Michael Rodriguez
Started:
2020
Funding:
NSF
Location
Lisboa, Portugal
Scope
National and International
This landmark multi-year study examines disparities in adult competency levels across socioeconomic groups, analyzing how factors such as income, education, employment status, and geographic location influence skill development and retention. The research has informed policy interventions in multiple jurisdictions and contributed to equity-focused education reform initiatives.
Study results demonstrate that intensive support programs combining skill training with wraparound services can reduce competency gaps by 40% over three years, with sustained improvements observed in follow-up assessments.
Impact
The policy recommendations from this project influenced educational reforms in 4 jurisdictions and led to €25 million in investment in educational equity programs.