How to prevent a phishing attack
You know that email you once received from a friend or colleague that clearly wasn't sent by him or her? More than 90 percent of all cyberattacks begin…
Month: April 2018
4 key findings about university innovation
Nearly all administrators (91 percent) in a recent survey say innovation is a top strategic or academic priority, but just 40 percent say their institution has a dedicated…
4 best practices around diversity and inclusion in higher ed
The next generation of employees will be more diverse than ever before, and that’s a great thing for business. According to a McKinsey & Co. study, companies with…
This new program preps STEM grads for jobs
Many employers of STEM professionals are requiring new hires to communicate their research to the general public. However, most schools ... Read more
Higher-ed spending gaps do a disservice to minority students
Inequities that negatively impact students of color in the K-12 education system continue into postsecondary education and are detrimental to student success, according to a new analysis. When…
Top 10 VR influencers you should be following
Virtual reality (VR) is on the cusp of explosive growth. It seems like every day we see new startups posing innovative solutions to problems in the immersive technology…
Why private colleges & universities are forming buying consortiums
One of the primary issues higher-ed institutions currently face when it comes to attracting and retaining students is the rising cost of education, balanced against the benefit of…
5 ways to help students cultivate a sense of belonging
Students who report a strong sense of belonging at their college or university typically do better in school, and a new survey points to five key steps schools…
3 ways video assessment fosters community in online courses
While online courses have become a convenient option for students, their growing popularity has also exposed some significant challenges associated with distance learning. One in particular—how to foster…
11 online education trends institutions should track
Career aspirations continue to drive students' decisions to enroll in online education programs, according to a new survey tracking online learning trends. The report from BestColleges.com surveyed 295…