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Ed. Dept. letter details alleged problems at Sallie Mae
Despite the issues, the department says it won't fine the nation's largest handler of student loan debt.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 12, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Behind the scenes at Blackboard: How educator feedback matters more than ever
The company's user experience team brings a focus on direct feedback from instructors and students to the table.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 12, 2013 -
Trendline
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.
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American universities wrestle with tricky foreign partnerships
When partners abroad don't respect academic freedom, U.S. colleges are put in a difficult spot.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 12, 2013 -
City Colleges of Chicago faculty, staff protest fingerprint scanners
An open letter says the system would be used to verify attendance at work.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 12, 2013 -
Haverford College may drop 'no-loan' approach to financial aid
The school says the policy is too expensive.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 12, 2013 -
NYU graduate students vote to form union
The news comes after the university reached a compromise on a union vote last month.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 12, 2013 -
CUNY and Cooper Union consider policies restricting protests
One school even went as far as declaring free speech and assembly subject to the needs for public order.
Dec. 11, 2013 -
Deep Dive
6 ways government could impact education in 2014
State and federal lawmakers stand to make big changes to K-12 and higher education over the next year.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
Top-tier schools insulated from sweeping changes, U. of Washington leader says
School president doesn't see any shakeup for them any time soon.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
DePaul sees little difference in students admitted without test scores
The first-year results are in for freshmen who enrolled under the school's new policy.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
Missouri college settles discrimination claim over pregnancy
The school will take back the failing grades received by a woman who had a difficult childbirth.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
What will higher ed MOOCs look like without Udacity?
The move to vocational education could be a turning point for MOOCs overall.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
One secret to attracting big donors: happy students
A long-serving president and generous trustees are other factors that drive donations.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 11, 2013 -
MOOCs go mobile with new Coursera app
The iOS app packs the bare essentials, but more features are likely on the way in the coming year.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Ed. Dept. to investigate UConn Title IX complaint
The complaint was filed by 7 current and former students in October.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Deep Dive
UNH CIO: The 'Internet of Things' will drive tech changes in higher ed
Colleges must adapt to and engage with the increasing number of Internet-enabled things to stay ahead, says UNH CIO Joanna Young.
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College presidents' book defends liberal arts
But educators say some smaller schools may have trouble surviving if they don't rein in costs.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 10, 2013 -
MOOCs may help land jobs — with proof of skills
IT employers say they're open to MOOCs, as long as candidates show what they know.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Can community college students drop out and pick up again later?
A study suggests the answer is sometimes yes — unless the student drops out twice.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Wesleyan returning Native American remains with an apology
The university has held the artifacts for more than 100 years.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Louisiana Education Department misbills nearly $100,000
But top official says the mistake has already been corrected.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 10, 2013 -
Kean U. board upholds decision to deny tenure to 6 professors
The board provided no reason for its decision, further angering students and faculty.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 9, 2013 -
Indiana governor, top education official lock horns
The Democratic superintendent accuses the Republican governor of undermining her authority.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 9, 2013 -
Protest scheduled over 34-year-old Yale professor's death
Police say early investigation suggests trauma or suicide not the cause of death.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 9, 2013 -
For-profit colleges gather to talk about jobs
An industry get-together is based on a subject where for-profit schools often get hammered.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 9, 2013
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