The lazy myth about online colleges and ‘too much advertising’
How a college chooses to structure its programs and spend its dollars is its job. The evidence of whether it’s working is in student outcomes.
Uncovering the positive impact of practice study questions on how students learn and study
The Doer Effect is a long-standing principle that students who engage with more practice have higher learning gains than those who simply read text or watch a video.
Despite recent efforts to make change, top colleges are still home to mostly wealthy students
It’s hardly news that America’s elite universities are largely populated by students from America’s wealthiest families.
Spring forward: How one hour reinvigorates your career
This weekend marked the beginning of Daylight Saving Time. The extension of sunlight into the evening shows what a significant difference a single hour can make.
The hidden cost of the experience gap
Somewhere on campus, a first-year student tries to register for classes toggling between a student portal, the course catalog, the financial aid system, and the registrar’s site, piecing…
Higher education’s approach to cyber talent: Lessons in recruitment and retention
The cybersecurity threat environment continues to evolve at an accelerating pace, prompting organizations in every industry to intensify their efforts around hiring and, critically, keeping experienced cyber professionals…
The Visual Edge: How High-Impact Technology Redefines Campus Differentiation and Enrollment Strategy
In the current higher education landscape, waning enrollment is still a present challenge. While overall enrollment numbers are showing signs of a rebound, National Student Clearinghouse Research Center…
Changing how two-year colleges prepare students for the world of work
The primary goal of two-year colleges is to provide students with accessible and affordable education and training that prepares them for in-demand jobs and supports local industry.
Identifying and overcoming your career-inhibiting fears
In higher education leadership, the importance of being attuned to vision, strategy, and institutional growth understandably occupies much of our attention. We discuss the external landscape--enrollment trends, fiscal…
Rethinking campus security: Why higher education must embrace zero trust now
In today’s digital-first higher education environment, the traditional notion of “safe inside the firewall” no longer holds true. Institutions are more connected, more distributed, and more vulnerable than…