By Laura Devaney. A survey from MidAmerica Nazarene University used data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify the most common occupations in the country. More...

By Laura Devaney. While social media channels are well-used by prospective students, it’s actually legacy platforms like email, and institutional websites, that have the most influence over college decision-making. More...

In response to demand for enhanced digital content in core academic subjects, Silicon Valley-based game and simulation developer, Toolwire, and LAD Custom Publishing announced a partnership that will enable colleges and universities to customize digital content and game-based learning tools. More...

Blackboard has acquired higher-ed predictive analytics company Blue Canary, which helps institutions glean data-driven insights and use them to improve student success. More...

By Kristine Galloway. The report, “Financing Public Higher Education: Variation Across States,” examines the cost of higher education in all 50 states and the reasons affordability varies widely between the states. More...

By Andrew Barbour. Hell hath no fury like a student with no WiFi connection. It’s a reality recognized by more and more colleges as they compete for the affections of today’s screen-addled youth. More...

By Laura Devaney. The idea that online learning could actually be better than face-to-face instruction has gained credence in recent years as new technology solutions promise to make the educational experience more personalized and engaging. Has that time finally arrived. More...

By Laura Devaney. Accreditation has been no stranger to debate this year, as alternative credentialing and other learning pathways become more widespread and call into question how higher education programs are accredited and evaluated. More...

By Meris Stansbury. STEM is often lumped into a broad category of learning with specific fields overlooked in general research. But recent STEM data research into behavioral differences within specific subjects reveals that not all STEM classes are created gender equal—and some colleges and universities are better at supporting female engagement than others. More...

By Meris Stansbury. While social media channels are well-used by prospective students, it’s actually legacy platforms like email, and institutional websites, that have the most influence over college decision-making. More...