In higher ed, leaders see microcredentials as the future
Nearly all higher education leaders (97 percent) offering microcredentials believe the credentials improve students’ long-term employment prospects, according to a survey from Coursera.
Big Deals—AI expansion, Career Services, and Comunity Education
The University of Maryland (UMD) recently announced one of the largest faculty expansions in its history, with plans to hire 40 faculty in fields across its colleges and schools to help advance the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) technology,…
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1 of 3 Hispanic students have dropped out of college at some point, survey says
Despite the majority of Hispanic students viewing college as a pathway to a well-paying job and support for their families, a new survey finds most of them face significant barriers to graduating.
How Trump and AI could impact higher ed in 2025
As higher education leaders look to 2025, some questions loom large: How will a second Trump administration impact higher education? What will AI bring to the table?
Leveraging AI for institutional improvement, continuous learning
With the advent of AI tools comes the for higher-ed leaders innovate at all levels, automating administrative and repetitive tasks and using AI to transform outdated processes and open up cross-departmental collaboration.
The EDUCAUSE Top 10: Rebuilding trust in higher ed
Higher education has a trust problem. This blunt–but true–statement is the guiding idea behind the 2025 EDUCAUSE Top 10, which narrows in on higher ed’s biggest list of challenges and to-dos for the coming year.
Exploring generative AI through the lens of science fiction: A framework for educational dialogue
Fiction offers a unique lens through which we can explore the ethical, social, and practical implications of AI technologies. By examining these narratives, we can better understand the complexities and nuances of integrating AI into our daily lives.
AI skills could eclipse college degrees
Having experience with ChatGPT and building AI skills could have more value to employers than a college degree, said nearly half of business owners (49 percent) in a report from Intelligent.com.
5 ways to forge genuine connections with modern learners
Key points: Higher education institutions that tap into emotional connections with students don’t just weather the challenges of today’s higher education landscape–they thrive and remain ahead in a constantly evolving…
Despite privacy concerns, higher ed’s AI adoption surges
AI adoption by higher education professionals for work and personal use has more than doubled over the past year, according to Ellucian in its second annual AI survey report.
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Strategies for discussing cheating with students
Discussing suspected cheating is probably the last thing faculty want to do, but it’s necessary for protecting academic integrity. You need to approach these conversations thoughtfully with planning, empathy, evidence, and an open mind.