Student Databases for NRS

NRS project staff has developed guidance on developing student databases that meet NRS requirements for reporting and using NRS data for program improvement.  The guidance provides tips for developing new database systems and evaluating and updating currently used systems. 

Developing an NRS Data Systems: Putting the Pieces Together

This guide is designed to help state and local adult education staff to make informed decisions on the design and development of a data system. It outlines a process for identifying requirements that reflects the range of needs from functional and operational perspectives.

NRS Tips: Planning an NRS Data System

This edition of NRS Tips outlines a process to plan and build a successful data system.

 

NRS Tips: Creating a Longitudinal Data System

In this NRS Tips, we describe some benefits of and elements necessary to create a quality longitudinal data system.

 

NRS Resource Guide to Data Systems:

This resource guide shares lessons learned from states who have offered their insights and experiences in implementing an NRS data system.

 

State Data Systems: Who Else Uses . . . ?

Want to know what data systems the states are currently using? View a list of data systems generated during a 2008 training.

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The National Reporting System for Adult Education (NRS) is administered by the Division of Adult Education and Literacy in the Office of Vocational and Adult Education at the U.S. Department of Education.