Many professors rightly question whether research on the impact of classroom technology applies in their context, Kara McWilliams writes. Here’s how to conduct studies they can really use. More...In fairness to students, professors shouldn’t factor class attendance, participation in class and extra credit into their final grades, argues Jay Sterling Silver. More...Scott McLemee reviews a number of recent and forthcoming titles analyzing not just the alt-right but also the nearly global wave of new authoritarian and nativist movements. More...The issue is becoming a partisan one, which could further undermine Republican support for higher education. Those concerned about college affordability and employability might be wise to look for more moderate solutions, Ryan Craig argues. More...Margee M. Ensign writes of the urgent requests she receives from students in Africa trying to come to the U.S. to study, and the need for American academics to continue to push a global agenda. More...Readiness courses offered through partnerships between high schools and colleges can help ensure that more K-12 graduates have the knowledge and skills they need for college, write Elisabeth Barnett, John Squires and Jennifer Zinth. More...Colleges need to consider the implications of the move away from standardized testing in admissions, writes Ezekiel Dixon-Román. More...So what exactly is going on at -- and with -- the College of Charleston? Did it end its use of race as a factor in admission two years ago, or not? And has it now restored race-based affirmative action. More...Robert A. Brown and David J. Chard offer lessons on how Wheelock College has joined Boston University to create a larger public mission. More.../https%3A%2F%2Fprofilepics.canalblog.com%2Fprofilepics%2F1%2F0%2F1076071.jpg)
