The New Business of Education

Producer Jack Kahn explains why The New Business of Education matters to students and to investors. Photo of Jack Kahn.

Education: The Next "Hot" Investment

Sector?

As far as the Stock Market is concerned, there’s no longer a question as to whether the U.S. economy is in a recession. And that presents a quandary for investors: with most stock sectors moving down, where is a relatively safe place to ride out the economic downturn? The answer may be in a largely-ignored class of stocks: education-related companies...+ More

A list of websites you can visit to further investigate the education industry. Image of a chalk board

Education Industry Association

Education Week - NCLB Blog

National Center for Education Statistics

The spot to access goodies, like behind-the-scenes photos and data tables, from NBR's specials. Extras Graphic

U.S. Education Spending Table

A look at the $900+ billion the U.S. spends on education each year.

An NBR Special - Premieres February 18, 2008

While the No Child Left Behind Act has caused growing pains for the nation's schools, it has also sparked growth opportunities for companies in the educational products and services industry. In "The New Business of Education," NBR anchors Paul Kangas and Susie Gharib guide viewers through a look at this industry and its leading firms.

Report: Standardized Tests

NBR's Suzanne Pratt finds out how more tests mean more text books, more teaching manuals, more practice exams, etc.
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Report: Tutoring Services

NBR's Dana Greenspon looks at the latest trends in seeking academic instruction outside the classroom.
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Interview: No Child Left Behind

NBR's Susie Gharib asks David Hoff of Education Week about the status and future of the No Child Left Behind Act.
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Report: Charter Schools

NBR's Diane Eastabrook finds out if charter schools are solid businesses that meet their academic and budget goals.
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