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Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Connecticut lawmakers advanced a bill Thursday that would ban the state’s public and private colleges from using legacy admissions to give preferential treatment to applicants related to alumni. Lawmakers on the state’s higher education committee…
Rasha Faek, Managing Editor, WENR Digital education has acquired something of a bad reputation in recent years. During the pandemic, countless schools and universities across the globe moved classes online for the first time, but their hasty, forced adoption of digital learning often led to less than ideal outcomes. Around the world, the pandemic cost…
The report, carried out by IDP in consultation with leading education organisations across the US, highlighted the need for reforming visa policy, expanding diversity and increasing the country’s internationalisation efforts, among other strategic priorities for international education in the US. The US is the only major study destination without a national strategy for international education….
Shawnrece CampbellShawnrece Campbell has been appointed assistant vice president for diversity and inclusion at Northern Michigan University in Marquette. Campbell holds a bachelor’s degree in English at John Carroll University in University Heights, Ohio, a master’s in English at Youngstown State University in Ohio, an MBA at Stetson University in Florida, and a doctorate in…
Imagine you have eight to 15 seconds to impress someone you meet for the first time. That’s how long you have to hook your online students and make them feel welcome in your class. This is crucial for setting the tone and establishing your presence as an instructor. But how do you do this when…
Higher education finds itself at a critical juncture in the advancement of AI technology. As universities and institutions continue to integrate AI into their processes, ethical questions arise. It’s no longer solely about hiring skilled developers or acquiring cutting-edge tools; the focus shifts toward the responsible and ethical use of AI. But what does responsible…
Published: 3/6/2024 Reading Time: 3 minutes March is Women’s History Month — an excellent opportunity for educators to broaden students’ awareness of the many contributions women have made throughout time. It’s a chance to teach students to think critically about the common historical (and modern) interpretations of women’s roles. This year’s theme for Women’s History…
Eighty percent of university students don’t read their assigned textbook chapters before class.1 The majority of students grew up with interactive content at their disposal. So it’s no wonder that having the same interactivity in their course materials, and being able to access their resources in one place, is a non-negotiable. There’s no doubt that…
It’s time to start leveraging data to improve your recruitment strategy. In today’s competitive higher education landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. Fortunately, data can be a powerful tool to inform and improve your recruitment strategy. By leveraging data analytics, HR professionals in higher education can make more informed decisions,…
Technology is always evolving. In higher education, it’s vital for IT professionals to stay abreast of what’s new and different. EdTech: Focus on Higher Ed spoke with college and university IT leaders to find out what technology trends they see for the year ahead. Here are three areas to keep an eye on. 1. Artificial Intelligence Use Continues to…