Book envisions higher ed as place where students think about their calling

A New Jersey sociology professor argues in favor of a cultural role that encourages students to think about their contributions to the world.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 28, 2015

Academia.edu aspires to be a social network for peer review

The network's 25 million registered users have the option to post published papers and solicit feedback on works in progress.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 28, 2015

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Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

New details in U of Iowa chief's hiring process further rankle faculty

The University of Iowa’s incoming president, J. Bruce Harreld, met with trustees on the board and the hiring committee as he was recruited to apply, records show.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 28, 2015

AAC&U project assesses college students, finds weaknesses

The pilot year of a new assessment rubric for undergraduates, using student coursework and faculty reviewers, show students scoring low on critical thinking and content development.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 28, 2015

U of New Haven president: Keep higher ed's property tax exemption

As Connecticut considers reversing a centuries-old property tax exemption for higher ed, schools fight to prove the benefits of such arrangements.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 25, 2015

Tablet ownership on the rise, but students still prefer laptops for schoolwork

A national survey of 1,200 college students found more than half own tablets, but only 8% of 18- and 19-year-olds use them for school daily.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 25, 2015

U of Iowa faculty censure new president over ethical breach

The vote to censure J. Bruce Harreld came in response to two inaccuracies on his résumé regarding recent employment and published work.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 25, 2015

Education Trust report shows gaps in Pell Grant recipients' outcomes

About one-third of institutions have 9% gaps in graduation rates for Pell and non-Pell students, with the national gap around 14%.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 25, 2015

Higher ed data security an ongoing process, not a problem to be solved

Institutions won’t ever reach a point where data protection isn't a concern, so the best strategy is continual training and review.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 25, 2015

Teach For America CEO talks school quality, reform at Harvard

Elisa Villanueva Beard said some schools’ current struggles are 'a design question,' where they don’t meet students’ needs.

By Kate Schimel • Sept. 24, 2015

Virtual student unions provide a gathering place for distance learners

At least a handful of schools have turned to virtual communication platforms to foster engagement and belonging in online programs.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 24, 2015

Knowing when to get out of the way critical in maker ed

The independent, hands-on model prepares students for life in more ways than just practical skill mastery.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 24, 2015

Adaptive learning's early adopters share what they've found

Faculty and course developers at a range of colleges have years of experience designing and implementing adaptive elements.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 24, 2015

Universities selected for 2016 presidential debates

The Commission on Presidential Debates announced the four-institution debate lineup leading up to next fall's general election.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 24, 2015

College Scorecard repayment rate data goes further than defaults

Data shows more than a third of student borrowers don't pay anything toward the principal balance in their first three years out of school.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 24, 2015

Pathway program partnerships offer a win to all involved

Schools in Virginia and Florida offer models that help students navigate degree programs across educational institutions.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

Ed Dept to release CBE Experiment Reference Guide

The guide for competency-based education experiments was initially expected earlier this summer.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

Community colleges shift focus from access to success

Schools nationwide are reorganizing programs, creating pathways, and forging new partnerships to ensure students walk out with a degree.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

Jefferson Education Accelerator chooses AIR as preferred research provider

The partnership will make American Institutes for Research staff available to the accelerator’s companies for support and expertise.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

Flipped classrooms could be key for intro course engagement

Fairfield University has found success with a flipped intro to psychology course, though its CIO cautions the strategy is not for every teacher.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

Coursera impact report finds tangible benefits in jobs, education

About half of respondents reported taking courses to advance their careers, and 87% reported benefits.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 23, 2015

7 Steps to Your SLO Program

A student learning outcome (SLO) assessment program presents opportunity for progressive leadership in higher education and allows university presidents to describe the learning that occurs among their students.

Sept. 22, 2015

Financial aid calculator developed at Wellesley gains in popularity

UVA and Williams College have adopted the calculator, which asks far fewer questions without a login than federally mandated alternatives.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 22, 2015

Questions over divestment's financial consequences continue

A study funded by oil industry advocates finds endowments are bound to take a hit, though other research indicates a potential financial boost.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 22, 2015

AAU campus sexual assault survey finds high rates of violence

Like other surveys, a broad definition of sexual violence that includes forced kissing and groping, revealed one in five college students are affected and few report.

By Tara García Mathewson • Sept. 22, 2015