Ubiquity University seeks new ground in for-profit education

The online institution is staking the future of its success on affordability, global connectivity with industry and personal service commitments of students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016

Harvard, Cal-Berkeley take MOOCs to next level

Two elite universities prove enhanced technology can enhance the distance learning experience for students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 11, 2016

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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

The gig economy is making waves in education

Thanks largely to the rise in virtual schools, the sector is a Top 5 industry for freelance work.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Aug. 4, 2016

Online degrees could complicate grad school prospects

Some experts say that higher demand for an advanced professional degree could limit opportunities for applicants with bachelor's degrees earned exclusively online.

By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 4, 2016

Liberal arts demand and summer slide: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on food insecurity's impact on education, Coachella Valley's rock-and-roll superintendent and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2016

California community colleges get $5M to boost OER access

The model follows open-source textbook pilots initiated in other states, which have saved students millions in secondary college costs.

By Jarrett Carter • July 26, 2016

Ed Dept seeks stricter rules for online degree programs

A new proposal looks to establish national authorization and disclosure standards for colleges offering degree access beyond their home states.

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

Study: Increased student engagement reduces likelihood of cheating

The construct of learning experiences and material could make the difference in student integrity in distance learning, according to research from UC Riverside.

By Jarrett Carter • July 25, 2016

Raleigh adult learners to take classes in Google startup hub

Shaw University is partnering with the company on an off-campus continuing learning hub to connect non-traditional students with startup exposure and professional networking opportunities.

By Jarrett Carter • July 21, 2016

STEM gateways and federal higher ed plans: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on Cuban officials' excitement about potential US higher ed partnerships and more here.

By Roger Riddell • July 15, 2016

Challenges, opportunities lie ahead for MOOCs

Coursera Founder Daphne Koller recently discussed the challenges in maintaining updated content and student interest in open-source learning. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 15, 2016

NYU seeks to expand online learning in Shanghai

Officials at New York University are working through technological and cultural obstacles to create online learning opportunities for Chinese students.

By Jarrett Carter • July 12, 2016

Dept of Ed for-profit pilot school gets nod for CBE degree programs

Rasmussen College will extend its developmet of hybrid learning, testing environments to new business degree offerings. 

By Jarrett Carter • July 11, 2016

ISTE, cultural literacy and big data ethics: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how colleges can curb the 50% doctoral attrition rate and more here.

By Roger Riddell • July 8, 2016

Can colleges find partnerships with alternative learning options?

Alternative learning options are growing in appeal to high school graduates and professionals.

By Jarrett Carter • July 6, 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

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

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