How satellite connectivity can narrow the digital learning gap
We are living through a dramatic transformation in how Americans learn. Though not exactly new, e-learning is being quickly embraced by more and more people as a complement or alternative to traditional classroom learning.
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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Teachers: It’s time to make friends with AI
My first-year college students have a very narrow perspective of AI. “In high school,” wrote one student on an anonymous survey I give at the start of the semester, “I stayed far away from the tool because it was emphasized to me as a way of cheating rather than a study tool.”
How universities ethically leverage AI
AI is rapidly reshaping academia, creating both opportunities and challenges for institutions. As generative AI tools gain traction in workplaces, universities have a responsibility to prepare students for an AI-driven future.
As workers seek guidance on AI use, employers value skilled graduates
Managers and employees are struggling to understand how and when to integrate generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology into their work and seek training to help them use AI in their jobs.
Guidance on higher ed revenue sharing may be safer than many assume
Some believe that the outgoing leadership at the U.S. Department of Education will soon rewrite the 2011 Dear Colleague Letter to undercut how colleges enter into contracts with external providers that offer a bundle of services, as Phil Hill reported.
In higher-ed IT, balancing innovation with cyber risk
U.S. state, local government, and higher education leaders continue to face deep-seated barriers and inconsistencies in how they prioritize cyber resilience issues, and they struggle to balance technological innovation while facing evolving threats
Community colleges meet demand for skills-based pathways
“Scaling Learner Opportunity and Economic Growth Across Arkansas” program will bring colleges, employers, learners, and local stakeholders together to collaboratively design agile, skills-based education-to-career pathways.
As online learning programs grow, so does the need for data-informed decisions
Key points: While online learning has matured in many respects, there is still significant potential for growth, innovation, and improvement, according to a new report that underscores the need for…
Students using AI: It’s not that scary and shouldn’t be banned
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of modern technology, influencing industries from healthcare to entertainment. Yet, in the educational space, AI often stirs fear and skepticism among educators.
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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.