Defining Quality Learning at Cengage

Published: 5/30/2024 Reading Time: 4 minutes When we ask our customers why they adopt Cengage products, they overwhelmingly say it’s because of the “quality.” But what does that mean? Our goal is to put the learner at the center of experiences that will prepare them for careers in which they can solve problems and think…

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Pledge allegiance or else: Maryland public school forces students and teachers to salute the flag

PHILADELPHIA, May 30, 2024 — The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression today demanded that a public elementary school in Maryland retract its unconstitutional guidance that students and staff must stand and salute the U.S. flag during the Pledge of Allegiance. On April 26, Twin Ridge Elementary School in Mount Airy, a D.C. and Baltimore suburb, emailed all…

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English-taught programs outside the ‘Big Four’ tripled in 10 years

Research from British Council and Studyportals has provided new insights into internationalised offerings by mapping the global supply of on-campus English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degrees worldwide. The growth in English-taught programs worldwide has been largely driven by a surge in programs from non-traditional destinations, which have tripled since 2014, and grew by 48% between 2019 and 2024. “The surge…

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CORRIE FOUNTAIN | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education

Dr. Corrie FountainCorrie Fountain has been appointed interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Clayton State University. Fountain holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Delaware State University, a master’s in special education/behavior disorders from West Virginia University, and a Ph.D. in educational policy studies from Georgia State. #CORRIE #FOUNTAIN #Diverse #Issues…

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Netherlands records slowest int’l student growth in nine years

The 5.4% rise in international student numbers in the year 2023-24 was the smallest recorded in the Netherlands since 2014 The basis of a four-party right-wing coalition government has been agreed, announcing major cuts to higher education and further international student restrictions Regional differences across the Netherlands mean that some institutions are still trying to…

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EduNova and CBIE to launch Francophone agent training program for Atlantic Canada

With the goal of “enhancing the quality and experience of Canadian education for international students”, CBIE has partnered with provincial governments and regional international education organisations such as EduNova. The partnership will “train trusted agents to build their capacity to provide quality support to prospective students considering Canada as a learning destination”, said Melissa Toupin-Laforge,…

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TYRONE JACKSON | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education

Dr. Tyrone JacksonTyrone Jackson has been named president of Southeast Arkansas College. He serves as president at Mississippi Delta Community College. Jackson holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology as well as master’s and doctoral degrees in education from Delta State University. #TYRONE #JACKSON #Diverse #Issues #Higher #Education

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Research Series Explores Equity and Economic Outcomes

New research, led by the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP), dives into questions of postsecondary value and equity. Mamie Voight“By unpacking the nuances of value delivery across different contexts, this research strengthens the evidence-base showing that college is worth the investment. It also can inform policymakers and institutions about targeted strategies to improve the…

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