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Houston district taps collaborative technology to expand student learning
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD used a $1.2 million bond to provide an immersive learning experience through tech, but schools can turn to hands-on options that don’t require a big investment.
By Lauren Barack • Jan. 15, 2020 -
Students, employers disagree on the role of college majors
As more employers prioritize skills over majors, colleges are responding with ways to show how their curriculum addresses those needs.
By Natalie Schwartz , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Dec. 5, 2019 -
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Mastering the art of teaching introductory courses
Using active learning principles and strategies to improve learning experiences in large classes.
Dec. 4, 2019 -
Report shows 3-decade rise in foreign STEM students
While new numbers plot a history of steady growth at U.S. colleges helped along by federal programs, global tensions could spoil continued gains.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 4, 2019 -
Standardized tests still a big factor in college admissions, report finds
That may not be the case in the future as gradually fewer administrators consider ACT and SAT scores amid a growing push to end the practice.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 1, 2019 -
2U’s latest program shows potential challenges of hands-on learning online
Taking one university's architecture degree virtual will require creative approaches for adopting a historically in-person curriculum.
By Hallie Busta • Oct. 15, 2019 -
3 ways to expand higher education opportunities for rural students
A new report examines how four communities developed innovative strategies to increase college-going among their residents.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 11, 2019 -
Google to expand IT certificate to 100 community colleges
The company expects the program to reach 5,200 students across 15 states by the end of next year.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 4, 2019 -
What 5 colleges learned from implementing guided pathways
Officials share challenges encountered when rolling out the model and advice for other institutions doing the same.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 2, 2019 -
White House working group outlines future of universal transcripts
But developing a standard way to discuss occupations and their related skills and credentials remains a challenge.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Why colleges are struggling to graduate more teachers
As public K-12 schools address a dearth of instructors, higher ed is looking to expand the pipeline — but uptake among students has been limited so far.
By Wayne D’Orio • Sept. 18, 2019 -
To keep up with blockchain, colleges look across disciplines
As fintech expands, institutions are adding classes in cryptocurrency and digital ledgers to equip students with practical skills.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 17, 2019 -
Amazon Web Services continues cloud curriculum expansion
The news of a K-12 and higher ed partnership in the San Francisco Bay Area comes as more colleges are developing curriculum with the tech giant.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 16, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Tech giants and 2-year colleges are teaming up to teach in-demand skills
Amazon, Facebook and Google are among the companies helping institutions craft curriculum, but some worry such programs can be limiting.
By Kelly Field • Sept. 4, 2019 -
Q&A
Do colleges know what their jobs are?
Consultant Michael Horn discusses his forthcoming book, "Choosing College," and how institutions can better meet students' expectations.
By James Paterson • Aug. 27, 2019 -
Capella U shares lessons from 5 years of competency-based education
The data, which includes challenges and considerations for implementing the model broadly, comes as more colleges adopt or show interest in it.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 22, 2019 -
California draft curriculum for ethnic studies criticized for alleged bias
As more districts adopt curricula tailored to their student demographics, state education leaders and organizations question efficacy and political bias.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 21, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Is time up on standardized tests for college admissions?
More institutions aren't requiring applicants to submit ACT and SAT scores, but their reasons for doing so and how they are assessing students instead vary.
By Wayne D'Orio • Aug. 13, 2019 -
How to bring structure to nondegree credentials
Researchers from Rutgers University offer a broad framework for how colleges can ensure their shorter-term credentials bring value to students.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 12, 2019 -
Summer Reading: The rise of the microcredential
Short, nondegree credentials are garnering interest from colleges, but a lack of consistent data and their limited transferability could prevent wider adoption.
By Hallie Busta • Aug. 9, 2019 -
Remedial courses may not be ‘primary barrier’ holding students back, study finds
The analysis of a prerequisite remediation program in Tennessee comes amid renewed support for integrating remedial and credit-bearing curriculum.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • Aug. 8, 2019 -
With badges, colleges take a hard look at teaching soft skills
Employer demand for new hires with skills like critical thinking has pushed colleges to find ways to show that students have those abilities.
By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 26, 2019 -
Summer reading: Colleges find new ways to help students put their education to work
Institutions are demonstrating value by connecting skills learned in class to those needed on the job and offering new credentials to chart progress.
By Hallie Busta • July 22, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Colleges expand esports programs to keep pace with growing industry
Online gaming is poised to generate $1.1 billion in revenue globally this year, spurring colleges to add curricula teaching students how to work in the field.
By Julie Wootton-Greener • July 17, 2019 -
Summer Reading: How colleges are helping adult learners succeed
Feeling the heat from declining enrollment and employer demand for workers with specific skills, more colleges are eyeing these students.
By Hallie Busta • July 12, 2019