4 years later, Harvard and MIT offer review of MOOCs

The pioneering institutions of the massive online open course movement report on the success of the initiative. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 13, 2017

California community college district pays $28K ransom to rescue network from hackers

Los Angeles Community College District holds a cybersecurity policy to finance protections against such attacks, which typically originate in Europe and which frequently target public agencies and institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 13, 2017

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Mental Health and Wellness

This Trendline examines how colleges can address rising mental health concerns and support at-risk groups, such as transgender students and college athletes. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Georgia announces plans to consolidate 4 more schools

The state continues its efforts to create greater efficiency in higher ed spending with the latest round of mergers. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 13, 2017

Examining the impact and ethics of tracking students

How colleges and universities are using technology to learn students' academic and personal profiles and navigating the ethics of such monitoring practices. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Iowa lawmakers consider bill to end public college tenure system

The legislative proposal would terminate promotional opportunities for faculty at two- and four-year institutions while opening new justifications for outright terminations.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Nearly 200 for-profit colleges almost 100% federally funded

A new study suggests the number of for-profit institutions drawing a majority of their revenue from student loan disbursements is decreasing, but a total view of federal funds to these schools yields a shocking statistic.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Study: Colleges spend efficiently when it comes to faculty pay

A compensation review of salaries at two high-research universities shows how discipline impacts earnings. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Texas lawmakers propose version of NC's bathroom bill

State braces for potential protests, loss of business in latest round of legislation targeting sector of the LGBT community. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 12, 2017

Presidential spouses enjoy role, but need more clarity in responsibilities

A groundbreaking survey on the satisfaction levels and concerns held by the significant others of college presidents gives a surprising view into the people who help shape an institution.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Betsy DeVos faces questions on campus sexual assault stance

Donald Trump's pick for Secretary of Education braces for tough questions from partisan, advocacy groups over her philanthropic record. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Oregon lawmaker proposes voluntary merger bill

Sen. Peter Courtney invites criticism for a proposal which could open the door for consolidations among community colleges and four-year institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Labor Dept clarifies unemployment standards for adjuncts

New guidance offers insight into definitions of contracts and reasonable assurances for adjuncts to expect work from one semester to another. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

College cost is top barrier to meeting workforce demands in Georgia

An educational advocacy group says the lack of money for college students is harming the state's economy.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 11, 2017

Report: Some for-profit students outperform peers from traditional institutions

A recent survey of students from the two types of schools reveals surprising data about preparation and skills sets in their respective academic programs.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

Ed Dept chides career training programs for debt:earnings ratio

The federal agency says too many programs are yielding lower-than-expected results in postgraduate outcomes. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

How geography dictates the price of higher education

A look at how affluence and industry impact the total cost of education throughout the United States.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

New study quantifies the benefits of a liberal arts education

It adds to the growing case that industry is better with the liberal arts than without them.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

What the US can learn from Canada about improving higher ed

Jeff Selingo writes that larger universities, not a large number of schools, are a better fit to accommodate growing student numbers and workforce development needs.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 10, 2017

The growth of online learning: How universities must adjust to the new norm

Over the past three years, online enrollments in higher education have continued to grow although overall enrollments in the United States have continued to decline.

By Kristen Betts, EdD, Drexel University • Jan. 10, 2017

What if college football rankings were based on academics?

With the nation shifting its emphasis to defining college value through tangible academic outcomes, we took a look at how the nation’s best football schools measure up in the classroom.

By Autumn A. Arnett and Jarrett Carter Sr • Jan. 9, 2017

Perkins Act reauthorization would support vocational ed

The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to reauthorize the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act in the fall, and its future now depends on the Senate and president.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 9, 2017

Kentucky legislators boot U of L trustee board

Lawmakers pass bills on several key issues, including a change to the University of Louisville's executive board.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017

Machine learning can transform higher ed, if used correctly

With investments in educational technology on the rise, one observer says its time for colleges to actually learn how to use technology beyond implementation of old teaching practices. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017

Can a text message increase college access for low-income students?

Some officials say small investments in providing high school prospects college admissions information can have a dramatic impact on who goes to college and where. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017

Seeking reprieve from fed loan repayment, former ITT students file lawsuit

Former students at a high-profile, now-closed for-profit seek to launch a class action suit on behalf of thousands of students on the hook for federal student loan repayment. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 9, 2017