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April 12, 2017
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How 6 thriving institutions are leveraging alternative credentials for student success
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As higher education evolves, so, too, do the paths to degrees. And attaining a degree often involves alternative credentials including MOOCs, micro-credentialing or badges, or non-credit certificate programs. But as these options expand and evolve, higher-education institutions must meet the ever-present challenge of treating these experiential learning experiences as credit-bearing.…

Texas A&M launches new VR-enabled virtual tour system
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Texas A&M University has just launched a new VR-enabled virtual tour powered by concept3D Inc's Xplorer Virtual Tour, the new industry standard for creating immersive virtual experiences.

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What the college digital experience will look like 5 years from now

Like many other industries, much of the change occurring in colleges and universities is driven by the rise of mobile ... Read more

Incredible gains in student retention noted by universities using edtech strategies

At the heart of today’s college completion conundrum is the challenge of helping more first-generation college-goers, especially low-income students and students of color, start and finish strong. While first-generation students compose nearly one-third of students entering two- or four-year colleges and universities in the US, only 11 percent of low-income,…

5 technologies to avoid in the classroom-and what to use instead

The most popular article on eCampus News is a surprising one to the editors: “6 apps that block social media distractions.” This story, which seemed counter-intuitive for us to write (being a tech-cheerleading publication in nature), has held the top spot by a massive margin for almost three years now;…

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