Data shows decade's dramatic shift in profile of 'typical' college student

If you didn't already believe the term "nontraditional student" was extinct, this latest gathering of data may finally make the case.

By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2017

Real-time data offers benefits in online learning

Data in online learning can be beneficial for its fast accessibility, offering educators an immediate perspective on student performance.   

By Pat Donachie • July 10, 2017

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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

Faculty, students share distance learning concerns

Some faculty are worried that student outcomes may be negatively affected and that the proper support may not be available, while students crave more interaction.

By Pat Donachie • July 6, 2017

Future schools and skills gaps: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest buzzword for digital natives, game-based learning's rising value and more here!

By Roger Riddell • June 9, 2017

How can online programs keep learners engaged?

Keeping students interested in person can be difficult enough, but customizable assignments offer potential.

By Roger Riddell • June 7, 2017

Cybersecurity and shorter school weeks: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how the Armed Forces are partnering with schools for STEM and more here!

By Roger Riddell • June 2, 2017

Survey: Higher ed's future holds a variety of models

A recent survey from the Pew Research Center and Elon University asked thought leaders if the next decade would present new educational and training programs that can train large numbers of learners at scale.

By Roger Riddell • June 1, 2017

Cloud computing takes off as top new discipline on campus

Employers consider it a desirable skill in potential applicants, and higher ed is working to ensure their undergraduate and graduate programs have options for further study in the growing field.

By Pat Donachie • May 31, 2017

Questions arise over the application of online schools in Alabama

An inquiry into finances and academic rigor is reminiscent of the recent inquisition over for-profit education in higher ed.

By Autumn A. Arnett • May 31, 2017

Digital marketing and Mizzou enrollment woes: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on research suggesting higher ed should rethink early childhood programs and more here.

By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2017

3 core elements of a successful digital marketing plan

Insiders at Wichita State University discuss how the school doubled enrollment for online degree programs in less than a year.

By Jarrett Carter • May 23, 2017

Higher ed challenges and rural partnerships: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on educators' professional development preferences and more here!

By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2017

These 3 considerations should be top-of-mind for higher ed 'change agents'

Administrators on a panel at ASU+GSV discussed a 'change agents or kamikaze pilots' dynamic that leaders might feel amid ongoing change and disruption.

By Roger Riddell • May 18, 2017

Impact of postsecondary educators on student outcomes is underreported, report says

Faculty have divergent impacts on students depending on whether the class is in-person or online, according to a recent analysis of data from the University of Phoenix. 

By Pat Donachie • May 9, 2017

History shows higher ed is actually defined by change, not stagnance

Colleges and universities have always been sites of debate about their purpose and mission in the world, and those debates will only intensify with new challenges to the traditional model.

By Pat Donachie • May 8, 2017

Pedagogical progression and digital divides: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how micro-credentials might offer greater personalization in professional development and more here!

By Roger Riddell • May 5, 2017

Higher ed institutions foregoing OPMs in distance learning to unbundle options

Placing pedagogy at the forefront in online programs, rather than relying on an online program manager, can better position colleges and universities for micro-credentials and customized programs.

By Roger Riddell • May 5, 2017

Lebanon Valley president argues liberal arts education still valuable in changing world

Lebanon Valley College President Lewis E. Thayne argues that five and 10 years after graduation, alumni report that their college education prepared them well.

By Pat Donachie • May 4, 2017

Distance learning enrollment ticks up, though for-profits see declines

The report found enrollment at non-profit institutions grew at a rate of 11.4%, while private for-profit institutions saw their distance enrollment numbers decline at a rate of 9.4%.

By Pat Donachie • May 2, 2017

Alternative credentialing still on the rise

Boot camps, one- or two-year credentialing programs and education startups are still giving traditional higher ed a run for its money. 

By Pat Donachie • May 1, 2017

Montana community colleges collaborate on integrated apprenticeship model

A partnership with a local employer solves both the colleges' student and faculty attrition issues and the industry's need to fill an immediate workforce demand.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 25, 2017

Interest in online learning programs rises in February

The increase comes despite the continuation of a year-long downward trend for inquiries into academic programs as a whole.

By Pat Donachie • April 18, 2017

CIRR report shows overwhelmingly positive numbers for coding bootcamps

The first report from a council formed by several coding bootcamp providers, reviewers and funders finds an average 92% graduation rate and 80% in-field job placement rate.

By Roger Riddell • April 12, 2017

Dayton, March Madness and workforce skills: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on the benefits of university-run community schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017

MIT partners with charter on resources for STEM video lessons

Atlantis Charter School will receive professional development and other resources in the regular use of free online BLOSSOMS program lessons.

By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2017