UNC app store system offers solution to centralized LMS woes

A new "app store" model for education technology will be deployed to its 17 campuses, giving individual campus leaders more autonomy over the technology used at their institutions.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2016

As rural America struggles, so do its colleges

The Wall Street Journal reports on declining populations in the rural South, which have led to enrollment decreases in area colleges dating back longer than those many in the sector are facing.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2016

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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. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Top schools seek to balance extracurricular activity and student service for future admissions

This admissions consideration could be an equalizer for students from low-income backgrounds, and could ultimately promote the kinds of diversity higher ed leaders say is necessary for the success of the enterprise. 

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2016

Office Hours: Miami U President Gregory Crawford discusses value of liberal arts education

The career physicist explains how the school's unique liberal arts core is designed to produce the leaders of tomorrow.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 22, 2016

It's time for higher ed to take back the value narrative

A viral Facebook post from a Kansas State freshman has raised questions about the value of higher education that should be non-starters.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Dec. 22, 2016

ABA sues Dept of Ed over loan forgiveness denials

Four plaintiffs are accusing the Department of Education of baiting and switching on its loan repayment agreement for graduates working in public service. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

Study: Wage gap flattens between college, high school graduates

New research suggests that the proliferation of technology in the workforce has limited increases in the earning potential between the two groups. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

With US dramatically behind in language fluency, should colleges fill the gap?

Some are considering ways to build language capacity to help students keep pace in globalized economy.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

To make the grade in college rankings, Simmons College defends fake data

The school maintains its badge for making a national ranking list, even after being removed from the list for inaccurate data submission.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

Skin in the game: Policy wonks propose ways to hold colleges accountable for student debt

The Trump campaign alluded to the idea that institutions should share the risk associated with high tuition costs, and the Center for American Progress released a set of proposals to that end.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

Could secondary textbook inaccuracies lead to gaps in college readiness?

A recent analysis of learning materials suggests that curriculum is negatively impacted by out-of-date information, and could lead to gaps in knowledge for entering college students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 21, 2016

Which is better strategy for revenue generation: Increasing enrollment or fundraising?

In a joint post for Education Dive, an institutional affairs professional and academic affairs professional offer guidance on balancing the top institutional priorities. 

By William Broussard and Donovan Outten • Dec. 20, 2016

NC political shell game set to impact higher ed in the state

Outgoing governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina lawmakers attempt to strip trustee appointing power from the incoming administration in what some are calling a play to create a one-party state. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

For-profit law school latest blocked from receiving fed. student aid

The U.S. Department of Education takes down another for-profit institution accused of predatory practices in enrollment and job placement for graduates. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

Can faculty productivity be predicted with an algorithm?

MIT professors have developed a data-driven model to predict the success of faculty — a system which could reshape conversations about tenure and research. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

ED publishes final rules on distance education

Colleges and universities will have to seek authorization from states where learners are earning degrees. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

AAC&U President: Colleges must play larger role in defining, championing civility

Lynn Pasquerella tells the Chronicle of Higher Education that liberal arts training and social civility are continuing staples of college education. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 20, 2016

How some small colleges are lowering prices, increasing scholarships to stay in business

Some institutions are following the Sweet Briar College model to stave off closure or merger, but is it too late for many of America's small liberal arts colleges?

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016

Measuring AI's impact on education and the job market

Virtual professors and teaching assistants are changing the traditions of the classroom, but they are also harming the workforce college students are preparing to enter. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016

Only 3 US universities crack top 25 of world's best producers of coders

HackerRank lists the top institutions for one of the world's fastest-growing industries and finds the U.S. falls short. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016

Barnard College shifts investment protocols along bioethical lines

The school found middle ground on supporting environmental justice while maintaining good standing in its investment strategies.

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 19, 2016

Missed enrollment goals and scandal best practices: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed's workforce development push and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 16, 2016

Tennessee college prep program helped students save $64M in tuition

An inside look at how the state's SAILS program is reducing costs and expediting college completion. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016

DeVry reaches $100M settlement with former students

The embattled for-profit giant will not admit to wrongdoing, but will pay out costs tied to loans, tuition and learning resources. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016

Study: Community college affordability crisis puts workforce at risk

An inside look at new research suggesting that more than even two-year degrees in a majority states are too high in cost for low-income students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Dec. 16, 2016