Ed Tech: Page 51


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    Deep Dive

    MOOCs by the numbers: How do EdX, Coursera and Udacity stack up?

    See how the biggest names in MOOCs compare side-by-side.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 2013
  • What defines a MOOC?

    MOOCs are massive, open and online — but there's no one model for meeting all the criteria.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 15, 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. 

    By Higher Ed Dive staff
  • Tech companies looking for money, inroads in education

    Big investments flow into education technology, but the winners and losers are not yet clear.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 14, 2013
  • Ed. Dept. approves for-profit Capella's competency-based program

    The new program will allow students to earn bachelor's and master's degrees through a self-paced, direct-assessment method.

    By Roger Riddell • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Is education in the midst of a 'Napster moment?'

    During a Wednesday panel discussion, a Macmillan executive suggested that education faces similar perils to those the music industry saw over a decade ago.

    By Roger Riddell • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Udemy launches sitewide support for 9 languages

    The new feature increases access for students and instructors alike.

    By Roger Riddell • Aug. 6, 2013
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    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
  • Is private tutoring ripe for an online shake-up?

    A Palo Alto startup is aiming at a segment not yet touched by MOOCs.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 6, 2013
  • Will shutdown of online program have chilling effect on MOOCs?

    An online associate’s degree from a private college and a for-profit startup has been discontinued.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 6, 2013
  • What's it like to be in a MOOC?

    One reporter enrolled in an online course — and actually finished it.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 5, 2013
  • MOOC companies seek market share abroad

    Copycats are springing up to meet growing international demand.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 5, 2013
  • Tech trends, Los Angeles' iPads and MOOCs: This week's most read education news

    You can't afford to ignore these five stories.

    By Roger Riddell • Aug. 2, 2013
  • How to move a traditional course online

    One of the big questions: How do you make sure students show up?

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 2, 2013
  • Google's data reveals big winner in education search growth

    The search engine's data shows high demand on mobile devices for higher education information.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 2, 2013
  • MOOCs finding money in the 'flipped classroom'

    The revenue can help online learning companies supplement the courses they give away.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 2, 2013
  • Online learning: Cal State system releases 'radical' plan

    All students will have access to online courses in an effort to alleviate class crowding.

    By Daniel Shumski • Aug. 2, 2013