Ed Tech: Page 22
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Adaptive learning study shows potential in remedial, community college spaces
A study of adaptive learning at institutions nationwide reveals mixed results on saving money and improving graduation rates, but there's promise for remedial instruction benefits.
By Jarrett Carter • June 24, 2016 -
Despite industrial opposition, established for-profits continue growth
While some small nonprofit schools are struggling to survive, eCampus News reports many for-profit schools are thriving with innovation in technology and student outreach.
By Jarrett Carter • June 24, 2016 -
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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Face-to-face interaction still important as higher ed shifts to digital
With the trend toward online learning, experts say traditional instruction should abandon the 50-minute lecture in favor of a more interactive, conversational and collaborative approach.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 24, 2016 -
Higher ed systems expanding access to open-source materials
The State University of New York System is building its own open-source publishing arm, joining a growing number of systems looking to reduce costs through digital resources.
By Jarrett Carter • June 23, 2016 -
Coursera's Koller: 'Yesterday's degree doesn't prepare for tomorrow's jobs'
Coursera President and Co-Founder Daphne Koller says that expanding education and training for 21st century jobs is going to be the foundation for higher ed in today's marketplace.
By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016 -
Community colleges pilot textbook-free courses
Community colleges in Virginia and Maryland are experimenting with unique ways to save students money on ancillary college costs.
By Jarrett Carter • June 16, 2016 -
OLC study: 90% students see online experience as good as face-to-face
Despite eight in 10 faculty members having little experience with online learning tools, the data suggests 48% of learning materials will soon be digital.
By Jarrett Carter • June 15, 2016 -
Nonprofit colleges buy into for-profit recruitment strategies
Traditional institutions are using aggressive recruitment strategies commonly used by for-profit institutions to recruit online students.
By Jarrett Carter • June 8, 2016 -
Online Learning Consortium highlights 2016 online learning landscape
There are now 5.8 million students enrolled in online courses, and fully 90% of students say such courses provide the same, or better, experience as face-to-face instruction.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 6, 2016 -
Colorado State bringing AI into online psych courses next fall
Software from Boston-based Cognii will use natural language processing to offer immediate feedback to students.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 3, 2016 -
Credentialing a pressing issue as more students earn certificates
In a diverse and competitive higher education marketplace, there is a dire need to make sense of the array of student options.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 3, 2016 -
Are stackable credentials now a necessity?
Holly Moore, executive dean of South Seattle College’s Georgetown Campus, gives her take on the need for stackable credentials in higher ed — for students and for schools.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 1, 2016 -
iPads and lackluster higher ed websites: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on DeVry's leadership shake-up and more right here.
By Roger Riddell • May 27, 2016 -
Crow, overtime and growth areas: The week’s most-read education news
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By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2016 -
2U algorithm predicts online program success
The formula has reportedly been backing business decisions around new programs for the company since last year.
By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2016 -
Role of CIO critical in higher ed's future
Those in the role will increasingly be part of developing an institution's business strategy as tech continues to transform campuses.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2016 -
How social media usage impacts higher ed STEM collaboration
Wikipedia, YouTube and Twitter are among platforms improving approaches to STEM ed, but the advantages can stretch beyond those subjects.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Surprise! Data science, technology among key higher ed growth areas
New research from Learning House identifies key areas of growth for higher ed programs and new modalities colleges will have to embrace to reach future students.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 18, 2016 -
Should MOOCs incorporate Facebook for collaboration?
A study shows students prefer the social network's communication tools over those built into their MOOC platforms.
By Roger Riddell • May 16, 2016 -
Affordability, leadership and bathroom laws: The week's most-read education news
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By Roger Riddell • May 13, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Eduvation Spotlight: ASU President Michael Crow on innovation, tenure and meeting demands
Forward-thinking programs and partnerships implemented under Crow over the past 14 years have seen the institution reach an 86% freshman retention rate.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 13, 2016 -
Corporations working with higher ed to shape workforce
With 95% of American CEOs seeing a skills gap among today's graduates, executives are getting proactive.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 11, 2016 -
University of the People to offer tuition-free health studies degree
The nonprofit, accredited institution announced associate and bachelor's degree programs in health studies in response to the Zika crisis and other global health crises before it.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 5, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Ted Mitchell: Access without excellence is not equity
Under Secretary of Education Ted Mitchell discussed the state of equity and excellence in higher education this week during the Education Writers Association meeting. He emphasized the benefits of innovation, but only if quality can be maintained.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 5, 2016 -
Proposed teacher prep program rules draw criticism
The U.S. Department of Education has been collecting feedback on how proposed rules would impact distance learning programs, but critics say there should be consistent rules regardless of modality.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 3, 2016
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