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

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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. 

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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

Pell eligibility restored for students affected by for-profit closures

The move is an important first step, but colleges still have work to do to prepare to welcome these students.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 5, 2017

Pew data suggests adult learners lacking in digital skills

Data shows 33% of adults are reluctant when it comes to their ability to use computers and other electronic devices, and 14% are unprepared for online learning all together.

By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2017

Proposed spending cuts and women's STEM push: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on rising DDoS attacks in K-12, San Antonio's literacy improvement efforts and more here.

By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2017

Trump budget, ACE, and SXSWedu: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with our weekly recap of the biggest stories in K-12 and higher ed.

By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2017

SXSWedu 2017: Our recap of Austin's premier ed innovation gathering

We've rounded up all of our coverage of last week's show in one location for your convenience.

By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2017

Distance learning technology offers a bright future for higher ed capacity

Cloud-based teaching and collaborative research help broaden exposure for students and save money for institutions.

By Jarrett Carter • March 17, 2017

Wednesday at SXSWedu 2017: NYC's equity bet and liberal arts 2.0

Author Tim Ferriss was keynote speaker on day three, and there was no shortage of great sessions as the conference rolled into its second-to-last day.

By Roger Riddell • March 8, 2017

Tuesday at SXSWedu: Higher ed access and future-ready librarians

We've got you covered with more session recaps and announcements from the second day of Austin's annual ed innovation extravaganza.

By Roger Riddell • March 7, 2017

Monday at SXSWedu 2017: Equity and teachers as innovation engines

Couldn't make it to Austin? We've got you covered with some quick session recaps and a rundown of several news releases.

By Roger Riddell • March 6, 2017

For-profit EDMC finalizes sale of several college brands

Argosy University and the Art Institutes are among the national brands on the move to a nonprofit buyer. 

By Jarrett Carter • March 6, 2017

Online programs are gigantic boost to Simmons' bottom line

The women's liberal arts college saw an 800% increase in its online program revenue with distance learning development. 

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 28, 2017

Professor-less coding school looks to reinvent teaching and learning

The COO of French coding academy 42's U.S. campus recently explained the value of autonomous learning in a high-demand field of study. 

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 23, 2017

ESSA, bathrooms and academic mythbusting: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to affirm higher ed's value to the public and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2017

Elite colleges bet big on micro-degree programs

Some of the nation's top research institutions are hoping that mini-master's programs will boost enrollment through the promise of career advancement. 

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 16, 2017

Video can work around the unexpected in higher ed

Natural disasters and policy changes can present obstacles, especially with international students, but video-based distance learning can help overcome disruptions.

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 15, 2017

DeVos, personalized learning and veterans: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with our recent spotlight on personalized learning and more right here.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 10, 2017

How 'alternative academia' could help close America's great education divide

It's not about just providing increased access to higher ed; it's about changing the pedagogies to help every student succeed.

By Peter Merry • Feb. 10, 2017

St. George's offers best practices on MOOC design for international audiences

Officials say course content and design are key to high enrollment and retention in open-source learning.

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 9, 2017

Harvard rolls out adaptive tech for MOOC offerings

One of the pioneering institutions of open source learning debuts new technology to make the MOOC experience more personalized for learners. 

By Jarrett Carter • Feb. 2, 2017

Football, Finland and for-profits: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Niagara Falls superintendent Mark Laurrie's focus on staff diversity and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 13, 2017

Delivering courses online: a setup guide

Campus Technology profiles the necessary steps for creating learning space for distance instruction. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 13, 2017

The growth of online learning: How universities must adjust to the new norm

Over the past three years, online enrollments in higher education have continued to grow although overall enrollments in the United States have continued to decline.

By Kristen Betts, EdD, Drexel University • Jan. 10, 2017