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Coursera embraces Netflix subscription model for course access
The online course provider is turning to monthly subscriptions to encourage 'binge-learning.'
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 15, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Measuring the impact of external factors on school operations, learning
Factors like poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, drug use and high incarceration rates have often overlooked consequences for education.
By Education Dive Staff • Nov. 14, 2016 -
Trendline
Student Success
Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible.
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Ahead of Global Entrepreneurship Week, discussions circle around how individuals might disrupt higher ed
The Telegraph profiles businessman James Dyson's efforts to introduce a new wave of niche specific higher education in Britain, a formula which could be the precursor to similar efforts in the United States.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016 -
Study: Racism, financial issues at core of graduate student mental health challenges
An unpublished research study shows that the stressors of advanced degrees come from similar areas plaguing undergraduate students, but are less likely to seek support for challenges.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016 -
Could Illinois performance-based funding system set new trend for public institutions?
With budget support remaining tenuous, school officials commit to new standards of enrollment and productivity in exchange for sustained state investment.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016 -
'Pop up' courses redefining electives model
Short courses are proposed, designed and taught with real-world exploration in mind at Bennington College, with the idea of quickly honing in on what interests students in real-time.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016 -
For-profit fallout targeted by Illinois senator
Sen. Dick Durbin (D) brings new focus to helping students resolve disruptions to their academic careers at closed or struggling for-profit institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016 -
Deep Dive
How USC got right what most others got wrong on election 2016 polling
Technology and a steady approach to polling questions positioned the 'Daybreak' poll for surprising success.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
In higher ed leadership turnover, data show it's all about the money
New studies reveals that the increasing turnover among the college presidency is largely based on economic recession, pressure to quickly reverse trends of higher ed industrial struggles.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
As pressure mounts against small liberal arts schools, leaders make their case
Presidents convene to make lobby for their brand of niche education and plan for the future.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
Accreditors faces allegations of conflicted interest
A majority of accreditation officials hold employment with member institutions, presenting potential areas of double loyalty.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
College leaders identify the top IT challenges
Educause revealed the top technology challenges facing campuses.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
For-profit stocks make a comeback following Trump victory
Schools once in the cross hairs under the Obama Administration are gaining ground on Wall Street.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016 -
Texas to pilot accelerated college prep program
Students in a local secondary district will have access to accelerated courses and resources to help prepare for college level curriculum and time demands.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016 -
IT investment in research could be billion-dollar enterprise for colleges
New studies suggest that boosting IT infrastructure for college research efforts could increase revenues from state and federal contracts.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016 -
Which states are winning the battle for out-of-state student enrollment?
California is among the nation's biggest losers when it comes to students seeking to attend institutions beyond its borders.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016 -
Is Snapchat the future of the virtual college tour?
Schools of varying mission, size and niche are part of a movement using the popular app to promote campus awareness-building among students.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016 -
AAUP warns Trump is national threat to academic freedom
One of the nation's largest associations of college professors warn against the impact of a Donald Trump presidency in collegiate spaces.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 10, 2016 -
Opinion
Election 2016: A teachable moment for postsecondary education
In an op-ed for Education Dive, the authors pose the need for introspection for the higher education community following the selection of Donald J. Trump as president.
By John C. Cavanaugh and Christine K. Cavanaugh • Nov. 10, 2016 -
Deep Dive
State referenda could change higher ed's face, too
While the country is talking about what a President Trump means for the future of the nation, voters in 10 states Tuesday decided on measures that might change the face of higher ed in their states.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016 -
What will Trump's election mean for college endowments?
Global markets tumbled in the early hours of election results; what does it mean for colleges and universities?
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016 -
UCLA launches digital career center for alumni, extension students
The innovative digital program will bring the career center straight to stakeholders already immersed in job searches or seeking career advancement.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016 -
Cornell faculty searching for reduction in administrative red tape
A new committee is analyzing and identifying ways to limit the growing impact of "shadow work" on administrators.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016 -
Dayton showcases best practices in leadership transition
Why an engaged board of trustees and a transition plan are the biggest keys to turnover in the highest office.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016 -
College-based polls lament end of election season
Universities that kept the nation's political pulse bid farewell to a historic election season.
By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 9, 2016
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