Laura Ascione, Author at eCampus News

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Laura Ascione is the Editorial Director at eSchool Media. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland's prestigious Philip Merrill College of Journalism.

Too many students feel neutral or negative about their institutions

December 6, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Universities need an urgent overhaul of their digital education practices and student experience practices to help their teaching staff better meet student expectations, according to a new EY report.

Students say their biggest obstacle is being unprepared for courses

November 30, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A new study examines how students feel about courses, their changing study habits, mental health concerns, use of digital tools, and more.

The number of students who indicate that feeling unprepared for courses heading into the semester is the biggest obstacle to their success is up from 11 percent to…

Recruitment & Enrollment

New report reveals persistent gender disparities in college, career readiness

November 28, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A new report examines declining college interest and gender disparities in high school student preparedness, confidence, and opportunities.

The 2023 Post-Graduation Readiness Gender Report spotlights gender disparities in college and career readiness and is the second part of a national survey from YouScience.

Student Mental Health

Wellness centers grow as institutions focus on mental health

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Student mental health needs are on the rise--and so are campus wellness centers as institutions seek to address students' needs.

Student mental health and well-being is a major focus area for higher-ed institutions across the nation, particularly as schools emerge from the pandemic and seek to address the…

AI in Education

Students, leaders slow to adopt AI, but cautiously optimistic

November 22, 2023 by Laura Ascione

U.S. higher education is slower to adopt generative AI than global peers, but students and leaders recognize its potential.

While more than half of the students in the U.S. expect to increase their use of AI tools over the next six months, this is a slower rate…

Recruitment & Enrollment

Higher ed continues to see changing enrollment, low confidence

November 29, 2023November 17, 2023 by Laura Ascione

External disruptions, technological advancements, and shifting government policies continue to influence higher ed's enrollment challenges.

Higher education continues to face challenges at nearly every level as enrollment remains precarious, according to the 2023 Higher Ed Landscape Report from enrollment management agency EducationDynamics.

Career Readiness

Gen Z is redefining the Future of Work

November 29, 2023November 13, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Gen Z is innovative, and members of this generation are eager to forge unique paths in the ever-evolving landscape of the future of work.

Gen Z is charting a new course for the Future of Work with a strong emphasis on defining their careers in line with their passions and aspirations.

Recruitment & Enrollment

As enrollment cliff nears, more students reject 4-year pathways

November 7, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A new survey emphasizes the critical importance of enhancing the postsecondary career and engagement of the future workforce.

A significant trend is growing among high school graduates in the class of 2023, with 55 percent opting out of the traditional four-year college route, according to a…

Career Readiness

Gen Z increasingly choosing nondegree pathways

November 2, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A survey examines non-college-bound youth's perspectives on education and career plans and reveals that many are taking nondegree pathways.

In comparison to the experiences and perceptions of youth who aren't on a defined pathway, 70 percent of "pathway youth" have high confidence in their post-high school plans.

AI in Education

Most higher-ed admins view AI favorably, despite low adoption

October 27, 2023 by Laura Ascione

A new study highlights data and ethical implementation among top priorities as higher-ed administrators look to embrace the promise of AI.

The use of AI in higher education is not as widespread as perceived, according to a new report from Ellucian--still, many higher-ed administrators view AI favorably.

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Too many students feel neutral or negative about their institutions

Students say their biggest obstacle is being unprepared for courses

New report reveals persistent gender disparities in college, career readiness

Wellness centers grow as institutions focus on mental health

Students, leaders slow to adopt AI, but cautiously optimistic

Higher ed continues to see changing enrollment, low confidence

Gen Z is redefining the Future of Work

As enrollment cliff nears, more students reject 4-year pathways

Gen Z increasingly choosing nondegree pathways

Most higher-ed admins view AI favorably, despite low adoption

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