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Higher ed advocacy orgs join forces to promote access for adult learners
The groups join forces to expose trends and advance policy in support of more than 17 million non-traditional college learners.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 7, 2017 -
Making the connections between higher education and GDP
Comparisons between the US and Canada raise the question: does the 'modestly better performance' of US universities justify its significantly greater spending?
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 6, 2017 -
States increase higher ed spending for fourth-consecutive year
More than 35 states nationwide posted spending increases in 2016, signaling a rebound from post-recessions cuts.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 6, 2017 -
Lawmakers move to block teacher training regulations for higher ed
'Midnight regulations’ on secondary teacher development rushed by the Obama administration are in danger of being rolled back.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 6, 2017 -
Does Falwell mean setbacks or step in right direction for higher ed?
Many expect a great deal of deregulation, but will it provide unforeseen obstacles to the conversation about access?
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 6, 2017 -
Disability compliance may emerge as key issue for higher ed
An updated rule for increased web-based access for disabled citizens may have ranging impact for colleges and universities.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Latest DeVry lawsuit settlement surpasses $2M
False marketing practices cost the former for-profit giant more money and more public scrutiny.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 3, 2017 -
The state of the campus IT professional
Campus Technology reveals the results of its annual survey of earnings and job satisfaction among college IT personnel.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Report: Dashboards could provide boost for struggling students
A new study reveals the benefits of real-time assessment for students who are struggling with course content.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Campus free speech at center of legislative debate in Colorado
Lawmakers look to expand constitutional rights throughout campus instead of confining them to specific spaces.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Can campuses prevent protests from escalating into violence?
After the Berkeley riot experts discuss the costs, culture and consequences of facilitating student protests.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
Labor lawyer says college football players should bargain for employee rights, protections
A memo from the nation's top labor board suggests that some college football players have claim to better facilities and potential compensation.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
New study examines impact of race, gender in political science faculty earnings
Ageless concepts of racial and gender bias in academia are reinforced in a department-based survey.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
Harvard rolls out adaptive tech for MOOC offerings
One of the pioneering institutions of open source learning debuts new technology to make the MOOC experience more personalized for learners.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
Would Betsy DeVos scale back regulations on for-profit colleges?
A Huffington Post editorial on DeVos' potential support of for-profit schools raises interesting questions about the Obama Administration's responsibility in potential deregulation.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
Immigration order could come with $700M price tag for colleges
A new report estimates that enrollment and faculty recruitment could be hampered by the new rule, and colleges could see dramatic losses in tuition and research revenue.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017 -
Living expenses emerge as top obstacle in college affordability
The Urban Institute gives a detailed look at how the cost of room and board impacts their ability to attend and afford higher education.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 1, 2017 -
Endowment returns hit historic lows, but institutional spending is up
Colleges are scrambling to crack the code on a plummeting stock market, but are collectively spending more to build campus infrastructure.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 1, 2017 -
4 tips for preparing for an executive search
Texas Tech Media and Communication Dean David D. Perlmutter shares strategies for the job hunt.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 1, 2017 -
New textbook technology creates wins for students and publishers
New open access models for course materials generate savings for students and revenues for book sellers.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 1, 2017 -
Laureate Education goes public
The nation's largest for-profit education company hopes to raise nearly $500M through its new IPO.
By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Virginia Foxx talks federal overreach, accountability in address to national accrediting council meeting
The leading House lawmaker on education and workforce offered comments on spending and the future of accreditation.
By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 31, 2017 -
Emphasis on research over teaching diminishes talent pool in higher ed
Too many doctoral graduates are leaving school with too little teaching experience, which places hiring departments in tough positions to find quality job candidates.
By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 31, 2017 -
Fundraising tops the list of duties for college presidents
USA Today takes a look at the most critical jobs for 21st-century college presidents.
By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 31, 2017 -
Parents among the fastest-growing demographic of college students
Many campuses don't have the resources in place to support this growing group of non-traditional enrollees.
By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 31, 2017
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