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Teacher-prep programs not keeping pace with SEL growth
A recent report from researchers at the University of British Columbia for CASEL shows few programs address social-emotional learning in mandatory coursework.
By Roger Riddell • April 13, 2017 -
Report finds students underwhelmed by campus administration systems
A multinational study finds 70% of students recommending their institutions review and adjust digital strategies.
By Roger Riddell • April 13, 2017 -
Wildfires threaten reseach productivity
A University of Montana researcher said fires are getting more costly and more frequent, putting at risk tens of thousands of dollars in equipment and facilities, and the cost of prevention is tough to pinpoint.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 13, 2017 -
Higher ed outreach offices balancing conflicting priorities
As the demographics in this country have changed, the way institutions approach education has struggled to keep up.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 13, 2017 -
Higher ed's pivotal moment may come with state ESSA plans
Leaders have a unique opportunity at this juncture to work with K-12 leaders to "establish a common vision for the future that meets the state's economic needs."
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 12, 2017 -
Educause NGLC project helps schools, districts rethink approaches amid societal changes
The MyWays project is designed to help school and district leaders confront changes they need to make in response to a rapidly changing career field and higher ed market.
By Roger Riddell • April 12, 2017 -
CIRR report shows overwhelmingly positive numbers for coding bootcamps
The first report from a council formed by several coding bootcamp providers, reviewers and funders finds an average 92% graduation rate and 80% in-field job placement rate.
By Roger Riddell • April 12, 2017 -
Howard U gets high-tech startup space
The Inclusive Innovation Incubator (I3) is funded through the city to attract venture capital firms and boost minority entrepreneurship.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 12, 2017 -
Microsoft Word is the latest frontier for hackers
A previously undisclosed vulnerability in the popular word processing software triggers malware downloads when users open a document.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 12, 2017 -
IU touts milions in ongoing savings for students in eText program
The program is the product of direct partnerships between the institution and publishers for digital course materials as part of an effort to lower attendance costs while raising quality.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2017 -
Average full-time professor earns $80K — but there aren't many left
The American Association of University Professors' new compensation report found an adjusted 0.5% increase from the 2015-16 school year, but part-time or contingent faculty continue to dominate the workforce.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 11, 2017 -
For every $1 spent on SEL, there's an $11 return
SEL is critical — not just for elementary school students, but all the way through to higher ed and preparing students for the workforce.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 11, 2017 -
e-Credentials will do to higher ed what e-commerce did to retail
Indiana University at Bloomington Professor Daniel Hickey says microcredentials and badging are going to take over the industry, and those who don't get on board will be left behind.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 11, 2017 -
Deep Dive
New 'Vertically Integrated Projects' program gives students experiential learning opportunity at NYU
The Tandon School of Engineering offers undergraduates one credit per semester for real-world research that groups them with graduate students, faculty and industry experts.
By Tara García Mathewson • April 10, 2017 -
2017 State of ResNet Report details top campus bandwidth consumers
Students are using massive amounts of campus bandwidth via platforms like Netflix and other activities, but institutions are, for the most part, working to meet demands.
By Roger Riddell • April 10, 2017 -
Free tuition hits New York's public institutions
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Saturday announced a deal with the legislature to make tuition free for students enrolling at CUNY or SUNY whose families earn under $125,000 per year.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 10, 2017 -
Black teachers equal higher grad rates for black students
A new study from Johns Hopkins University found a positive correlation between the presence of teachers of color and student outcomes.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 10, 2017 -
Dayton, March Madness and workforce skills: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the benefits of university-run community schools and more here.
By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017 -
MIT partners with charter on resources for STEM video lessons
Atlantis Charter School will receive professional development and other resources in the regular use of free online BLOSSOMS program lessons.
By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017 -
Texas district to become first in state offering green bonds, joining UT-Austin
The alternative financing option will continue growing in popularity as investors become more environmentally conscious.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 7, 2017 -
Survey: To get more women in STEM, hire more female faculty
College women and recent graduates surveyed by CDW report that a dearth of female role models in STEM fields discourages them from pursuing those fields.
By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017 -
Study shows adjuncts feel undervalued, crunched for time
The Cengage and Zeldis Research Associates study also found more than half of adjuncts want more professional development and collaboration opportunities.
By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017 -
Pre-college factors biggest determinants of college success
61% of the college completion gap can be traced back to high school conditions, study finds.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 7, 2017 -
Operations data becoming even more important in key school decisions
A new survey from Dude Solutions and Building Operating Management Magazine found 70% of K-12 and higher facilities staff reported an increased interest in operations and maintenance in the last 12-18 months.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
U of Dayton looks to the future, dropping traditional strategic planning
President Eric Spina shares why a 20-year outlook is important, and how social media fits into the picture.
By Autumn A. Arnett • April 6, 2017
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