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University of North Carolina nixes mixed-gender housing
The decision reverses a housing policy approved by the Chapel Hill campus that would have had some men and women sharing bathrooms.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 12, 2013 -
How will MOOCs change MBA degrees?
One business school dean says MOOCs are like the iTunes of higher education.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 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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Indiana University making push for more online education
The IU president is wary of exaggerated claims about moving education online.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 12, 2013 -
Calif. governor objects to UC Riverside chancellor salary
His pay represents a nearly 9% raise over his predecessor's salary.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 12, 2013 -
Deep Dive
CourseSmart survey: Student e-textbook adoption up dramatically
The data comes as the educational service and course material provider launches its analytics dashboard.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Deep Dive
The 6 biggest MOOC stories of 2013 so far
Online learning companies have increased their funding and their reach, but not without bumps in the road.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Student loan bill signed by Obama
Interest rates on federal student loans will now be tied to the financial markets.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Digital textbooks come to Google Play
Play users can now rent or buy textbooks from a number of publishers.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Social networks, Cal State and Coursera: The week's most read education news
Learn more about our new social network directory and more in our breakdown of the week's top education stories.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2013 -
University of Iowa defends image after 'party school' ranking
After the Princeton Review called it the No. 1 party school, the university president is outlining steps she's taken.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Bill would streamline Cal State University transfers
The state's community colleges show uneven progress toward offering associate's degrees for transfer.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
NCAA won't be selling team merchandise
Spokesman says association didn't make money on sales, but acknowledged it looked bad.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Which college has the best campus?
One site crunches the numbers and finds 20 schools that offer the best campus experience.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 9, 2013 -
Community college instructor fired after fight with student
The dismissal stems from a confrontation with a 19-year-old student in the spring.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 8, 2013 -
How can college be more affordable?
One writer argues that massive student loan debt is a drag not just on students' wallets, but on the national economy.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 8, 2013 -
Online education bill backed by Coursera likely on hold
The proposed law had attracted criticism from teachers unions' and faculty groups.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 8, 2013 -
Gigabit Internet coming to UT Austin student housing
The connection will mean speeds about 115 times faster than the average home connection.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 8, 2013 -
Howard University partners with Pearson for online programs
The goal is to offer degree programs for the 2014-2015 academic year.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 8, 2013 -
Deep Dive
6 ways lower enrollment could change colleges
Smaller student bodies could bring some big changes to the country's higher ed institutions.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 7, 2013 -
Pa. state system names next chancellor
Frank Brogan is the third consecutive Pennsylvania State System chancellor to come from Florida.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 7, 2013 -
How do MOOCs make money when the product is given away?
Part of MOOCs' business model isn't sustainable, so what's next?
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 7, 2013 -
Ivy Bridge College: Accreditor defends shutting online program
The organization cites problems with student retention and course quality.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 7, 2013 -
Job market bouncing back for sociology Ph.D.'s
The new job numbers squeak past pre-recession levels.
By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 7, 2013 -
Udemy launches sitewide support for 9 languages
The new feature increases access for students and instructors alike.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 6, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Social Networks for Educators: Our new directory shows you where to go
Education Dive now has a database with info on more than 30 social networking options that will help you out—both in and out of the classroom.
By Brian Warmoth • Aug. 6, 2013
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