By Ronald Bethke. A much-needed accessible and easily understood system for viable credentials could have a major impact on learners, employers and education providers. More...
Trend: Online learning going personal
By Ronald Bethke. Personalized support and advising achieved through new advances in technology and data analytics are all recommended for helping today’s online students. More...
State funding slashes boosting tuition significantly
By . Continued tuition increases by institutions of higher education are a result of states’ reduced investment in higher education, according to a new report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. This reduced investment is jeopardizing students’ and potential students’ ability to afford a college education. More...
Best practices for higher-ed improvements
By . 3 higher ed metrics that can truly benefit today’s students
The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) has produced a comprehensive new report that details the importance of a proposed new higher ed metrics framework that aims to better represent and inform students of all backgrounds. More...
All about IT’s critical role
By . 5 must-have’s for viable credentials
A much-needed accessible and easily understood system for viable credentials could have a major impact on learners, employers and education providers. More...
The 5 un-sexy higher-ed issues candidates should discuss
By . Many say the presidential candidates’ debates and discussions lack a focus on higher education—here are the issues the candidates should research and discuss. More...
Major OER initiative targets new degree programs
By . A major new community college initiative will work to develop degree programs using open educational resources (OER) in an effort to ease textbook-related financial obstacles students often face in higher education. More...
6 ways to improve higher-ed computer science
By . U.S. institutions should make every effort to expand computer science education to keep up with workforce demands, according to a new report from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF). More...
Should you be worried about your institution’s security?
By . Smartphones, social media, and the Internet of Things are all rapidly growing in higher education–and they all pose security risks, according to a massive new report. More...
The latest higher-ed tech developments
By . First-ever Israel EdTech Summit brings a global reach
The first-ever Israel EdTech Summit has just wrapped, bringing together a decidedly global group of educators, startup founders, and other critical stakeholders to discuss innovations in the future of ed-tech. The event, held June 8-9, took place at the Tel Aviv Cultural Center. More...