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.

Top trends, takeaways point to online learning’s staying power

August 21, 2024 by Laura Ascione

The BestColleges report aims to identify and track long-term trends in online learning at U.S. colleges and universities.

The convenience and flexibility associated with online learning continue to make the learning modality a popular option for students, with existing work and family commitments the biggest motivators…

AI in Education

How does higher ed use AI for teaching and learning?

August 12, 2024 by Laura Ascione

In looking at the future of teaching and learning in higher ed, AI has a place--but more research is needed to define its role.

As AI cements its place in education and the workforce, and as AI tools evolve, questions abound around how educators are using AI for teaching and learning, along…

IT Infrastructure

Can AI outperform network security teams? Many believe it will

August 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A new report uncovers CISO perceptions on AI threats, ethical hacking, and the expertise needed to address the cybersecurity skills gap.

Over 90 percent of CISOs believe that AI already performs better than security professionals, or at least will in the near future, according to Inside the Mind of…

Student Experience

Student success teams turning to AI to support students

August 8, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Student success professionals are looking to AI to boost student support--even if their institutions are not encouraging them to do so.

Almost two-thirds (62 percent) of university student success staff believe AI could help them identify students who need support--and 69 percent of staff say they have used AI…

Career Readiness

Workplace skills, GenAI influence views on career readiness

August 6, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Despite a positive labor market and high demand for skilled talent, particularly in GenAI, workplace needs often go unmet.

More than half (55 percent) of graduates said their programs did not prepare them to use generative AI tools, according to the 2024 Cengage Group Employability Report.

Career Readiness

6 key trends in global skills development

July 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

New insights shed light on significant trends driven by the need for global skills in generative AI, digital transformation, and automation.

As the workforce evolves, AI literacy and readiness remain at the top of must-have skills as graduates enter the workforce, while some areas, including cybersecurity, are experiencing worker…

Recruitment & Enrollment

Once again, we’re asking: Is college worth it?

July 19, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Mounting loan debt and dramatic increases in tuition have more young people wondering: is college worth it?

New developments lead to what is becoming an age-old question: Is college worth it? A new Pew Research Center report by Richard Fry, Dana Braga, and Kim Parker…

Teaching & Learning

More college students say AI helps them earn better grades

July 12, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Students say their academic grades and efficiency have improved after using generative AI tools, according to a Pearson survey.

An increasing number of students turning to generative AI tools to build knowledge and optimize their study efforts, according to new data from Pearson.

AI in Education

4 key tips on AI upskilling

July 10, 2024 by Laura Ascione

As AI grows across all industries, so, too, does the need for AI upskilling to ensure employees remain able to compete in the workforce.

As AI works its way into nearly every facet of higher education, many educators wonder how to weave AI tools into their instruction and how to guide students…

Esports

Collegiate esports is racking up wins

July 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A community college prioritizes inclusivity and diversity in its collegiate esports program--and wins big because of it.

A collegiate esports program is rife with opportunities to create inclusive and diverse teams of athletes who build career-ready skills.

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