December 2019

5 ways to get the top ROI from mass notification systems

December 17, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

A survey shows how little campuses actually use mass notification systems, despite the tools' big potential, seen here by a person looking at phone notifications.

Many campuses lack safety measures such as mobile safety apps and anonymous reporting tools, according to a new survey that sheds light on mass notification systems and a…

Classroom Innovation

Three ways technology can enhance student feedback

December 16, 2019 by Christine Lee

Student feedback should be insightful and timely, but that isn't always easy--unless, of course, a technology tool can help instructors.

Decades of academic research confirms what we educators know to be true: The more feedback students receive about their work, the more they learn. In fact, Bellon, Bellon…

Classroom Innovation

New degree program builds capacity for STEAM instruction

December 16, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

An Ohio university is launching a degree path that empowers participants with advanced strategies for creating a culture of STEAM in their classroom

Ohio’s University of Findlay (UF) is launching an online Master of Arts in Education degree emphasizing STEAM instruction that will expand participants’ capacity to give sstudents high-quality STEAM…

Classroom Innovation

We are talking–but are we hearing?

December 13, 2019 by Tom Haymes

Communication takes many forms--educators must learn to not only listen, but truly hear their students, like listening, hearing, and getting feedback from satellite dishes.

In a TED Talk a number of years ago, Sir Ken Robinson said he had toured many American classrooms and he’d seen a lot of teaching going on,…

Classroom Innovation

More collaboration could help close the skills gap

December 12, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

A report examines the troubling issues contributing to the persistent skills gap employers face as they seek out highly-skilled graduates

A new study reveals that despite progress, the majority of new hires lack the skills necessary to perform at a high level in the workplace. What's more, the…

Campus Leadership

Learn how to future-proof your campus

December 11, 2019 by Bradley Fuster

In any ecosystem, if one waits long enough, eventually a cataclysmic disruption occurs. Examples range from ice ages to digital ... Read more

Campus Leadership

Part-time faculty may have a negative impact on student success

December 10, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

A research study indicates a number of variables that lead students to lower achievement when taught by part-time faculty.

Students in courses taught by part-time faculty have better outcomes in their current class, but are less likely to enroll in the next class in their course sequence,…

IT Leadership

When–if ever–is web filtering OK in higher ed?

December 9, 2019 by Lysa Myers

Web filtering can be implemented, as long as campus IT teams keep some flexibility in mind.

Halls of learning are places for learning and exploration. They are also a treasure trove of sensitive and valuable information, making them prime targets for attack by cybercriminals.…

Classroom Innovation

Use these strategies to fight student distraction

December 6, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

A bored and distracted student shows why it's important to have strategies for battling student distraction.

Battling student distraction is a real--if not new--thing. While it's always been challenging to ensure students are engaged in learning, the increased use of laptops and smartphones offers…

Campus Leadership

5 tips to help students feel connected on campus

December 5, 2019 by Laura Ascione, Managing Editor, Content Services, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

Four students sit in chairs talking, a sign that they feel connected on campus.

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…

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