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Building online programs to fit student needs and federal guidelines
In an op-ed for The Evolllution, Drexel University Online President Susie Armitage talks about how the school allows prospective students to "test drive" online programs before enrolling.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 26, 2017 -
University of Phoenix to shut down more campuses
Parent company Apollo Education Group sold to private investors for $1.1 billion earlier this year, and the university had been plagued by high profile lawsuits, an Federal Trade Commission investigation and accusations of predatory recruitment practices.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 26, 2017 -
Trendline
Emerging Technology
As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances.
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Sponsored by Student Connections
Success in the Eyes of Former Postsecondary Students
With declining enrollment, scrutiny of the value of college has grown. This makes the student perspective even more valuable, especially as it pertains to success and satisfaction.
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Professors say Equifax can be sued over data breach
The developing storyline around the credit reporting agency highlights the financial imperative to secure data on campuses.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Study highlights benefit of school-university partnerships
New research details how a partnership allowed the Portland Public Schools to measure the effectiveness of its Early Kindergarten Transition program.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 25, 2017 -
University of the People embraces a crowd-funded approach to higher ed funding
President Shai Reshef is relying on philanthropists and volunteers to fuel the nationally accredited institution, which serves a highly diverse student body.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Advisors and counselors aren't the top source for decisions on academic paths
Students often find that work-related sources are the best source of information for selecting a major, but they are the most underutilized sources, according to a new survey.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 25, 2017 -
WGU may have to return more than $712M in federal financial aid
The Department of Education's Office of Inspector General has determined that Western Governors University does not include enough faculty interaction in online classes and thus does not qualify for federal financial aid.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 24, 2017 -
Recruitment, for-profits and early learning: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Kaplan's acquisition by Purdue and more here!
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Leading Thoughts: Presidents proving out of touch with student needs, concerns
In this second installment of our new column on governance and leadership, we tackle the importance, yet simplicity of asking students about their campus experiences.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Online courses may require more prep time than traditional classes, study says
Regardless of the educator's technology skill level, there's more prep time required to teach virtual classes.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Teacher maternity leave bill awaits California governor's decision
The proposal would keep teachers from having to use paid vacation and sick days to care for a newborn or after experiencing a miscarriage.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
UN initiative: Higher ed, gov, and workforce partnerships needed to drive gender equity
The industry, government and higher ed partnerships are geared toward encouraging gender equity in employment and education.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Another for-profit bought out by a traditional university
Lynn University announced this week that it will acquire the Digital Media Arts College.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Students are opting out of purchasing textbooks because of cost — how OERs fit in
Students also cited an interest in "inclusive access," or incorporating the cost of digital classroom materials into the cost of tuition.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What is the future of accreditation — and how do microcredentials impact it?
One expert suggests taking financial evaluation away from accrediting bodies and allowing them to focus on academics alone.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 20, 2017 -
First-year orientation key to overall student experience, new survey finds
A new survey from OOHLALA Mobile finds students who say they had a good orientation experience are 17% more likely to report positive student life.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Cal State plans to end remedial classes
Chancellor Timothy White hopes the move will improve the system's graduation rate.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How can colleges help undocumented students in an uncertain climate?
California leaders are working to help students understand that their ability to access college (and receive financial aid) may not be affected by recent news on DACA.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 19, 2017 -
US Dept of Ed approves sale of Kaplan to Purdue
Also moving forward is the sale of for-profit Art Institutes to a smaller nonprofit.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Sponsored by Barnes & Noble College
Courseware Offers Faculty Complete Flexibility for Open Resource Development
Faculty across the country want to make the switch to Open Educational Resources, but struggle to find the materials needed to augment open textbooks. Although educators have often been faced with some disappointing options, customizable solutions are coming to light.
Sept. 19, 2017 -
Community college presidency opening attracts 47 applications
Since the president at East Arkansas Community College announced his upcoming retirement last May, the job has become quite popular.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Goucher College President José Bowen was focused on retaining students, and it paid off in recruitment
A campus construction project became a tool to help engage current students, and it ended up encouraging enrollment.
By Shalina Chatlani • Sept. 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
3 common areas where higher ed recruitment goes wrong
Shifting demographics and new mediums necessitate that institutions bring their A-game to marketing and recruitment.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How can schools attract non-traditional learners?
Trends indicate adult learners will only increase in number in coming years, and failing to reach this critical population will mean bad business for colleges and universities.
By Pat Donachie • Sept. 18, 2017
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