By . A university team is analyzing how data from voice and facial recognition technology could help instructors incorporate active learning. More...
Hands-on science courses could boost STEM retention, grad rates
By . A study from the University of Texas at Austin reveals participating in a STEM program were more likely to graduate and earn STEM degrees. More...
Data, data, data
By . Trend: Online learning going personal
Personalized support and advising achieved through new advances in technology and data analytics are all recommended for helping today’s online students. More...
The growing case for nontraditional approaches to education
By . Could Microsoft’s LinkedIn revolutionize competency-based learning?
Higher education consultants say the Microsoft and LinkedIn pairing may change the competency game. More...
Could these 3 burgeoning nontraditional pathways be a boon for traditional institutions?
By Meris Stansbury. Unconventional education organizations say recent high school grads flocking to nontraditional pathways; could this be good for college and university admissions. More...
Students say campus technology needs major overhaul–but why?
By Meris Stansbury. According to a new report, thanks to a lack of digital options and tedious online protocols part of many campus technology initiatives, students say they study less and think less of their university. More...
Could Microsoft’s LinkedIn revolutionize competency-based learning?
By Meris Stansbury. LinkedIn has the user data and focus on competency-based employment skills and career advancement. Microsoft has the computational ability to turn CBE into an HR goldmine. More...
Freakonomics author: 4 ways data could be tricking you
By Meris Stansbury. When higher ed leaders discuss big data these days, as well as its potential to help predict future trends and, therefore, courses of action, stories about turkey breasts, hand washing and monkey sex don’t also make the rounds; but according to the Freakonomics author, they should. More...
30 technologies ushering in the future for education
By Meris Stansbury and Stephen Noonoo. If the bright lights and casino bling of Las Vegas weren’t enough to dazzle conference-goers from around the world, the awe-inspiring displays of futuristic technology littering the Infocomm 2016 show floor certainly were, such as Epson’s trippy Infinity Room and LG’s mind-bending OLED curved tiling display. More...
Whoa: Stunning data on class of 2015 employment
By Meris Stansbury. New report shows majority of 2015 class are employed; especially for those in one specific area of study. More...