By . As a continuation of the report, Millions Learning: Scaling up quality education in developing countries, which tells the story of where and how effective learning interventions have scaled up around the world, the Millions Learning case studies provide an in-depth look at 12 of the programs and policies explored in the report. More...
17 juillet 2016
Getting millions to learn: An in-depth look at 12 case studies
4 ways colleges are outsmarting data challenges
By Robert Dolan Jr. Colleges and universities are home to the most advanced thinking and research in all fields: medicine, law, mathematics, business and beyond. Ironically, such schools haven’t always been as smart when it comes to data. This has been unfortunate, because the data needs of today’s two- and four-year degree granting institutions are as diverse and multidimensional as they come. More...
New tech to revolutionize studying abroad education
By Ronald Bethke. An international education organization often used by study abroad programs is harnessing the power of technology-supported blended teaching and learning to refine study abroad education programs by connecting students and faculty around the world and preparing learners to translate their global experience into a skill set that prepares them for the modern economy. More...
Can colleges turn to a healthcare model to boost retention rates?
By Andrew Barbour. A patient-care model borrowed from the healthcare sector is helping Middle Tennessee State University created a tiered student-support system designed to improve retention rates. More...
10 apps that block mobile distractions
By Meris Stansbury. As devices become a ubiquitous necessity during class, these apps can help curb mobile distractions—a plus for professors and students. More...
5 revelations about higher ed based on their research projects
By Meris Stansbury. Hanover Research pulls together comprehensive trends report based on college and university research projects; forecasts higher ed’s reinvented future. More...
Trend: Faster is better for postsecondary learning
By Meris Stansbury. Rise in nanodegrees and microlearning from Silicon Valley striking a cord with students; should your institution consider this option. More...
Alternative credentials now a must-have for traditional universities
By Laura Devaney. Millennials prefer badging and certificates to traditional degrees, according to researchers from UPCEA, Penn State and Pearson. More...
Startling data reveals computer science education conundrum–and why it matters
By Laura Devaney. Hundreds of thousands of computer science jobs with six-figure salaries remain unfilled across the nation, due in large part to a deficit of students pursuing computer science education at the college level and earning degrees in the field, according to a new reports. More...
Higher-ed IT leaders list their top 10 priorities
By Laura Devaney. Though colleges and universities are open environments, campus IT leaders face a number of challenges as digital technology use grows, said members of a recent national panel. In other words, BYOD isn’t a problem of the past, it’s still very much the challenge now. Also, security trumps all. More...
