University uses secret vault for improving data security
Belonging by design: Practical ways to support adult learners in hybrid and asynchronous courses
The most powerful belonging practices are consistent and are built into the weekly routines of teaching, advising, and communication
Four new research areas could revitalize universities
As universities strive to stand out and attract talented students, a new report predicts that some of higher education’s top priorities will focus on ensuring post-graduation success and…
Hundreds of colleges investing in this new student skills program
Growing fields will need students skilled in areas such as cloud computing and big data. More than 300 colleges and ... Read more
Should your institution consider a nanodegree program?
The growing focus on skills-based education has prompted many education providers to design programs that target students and professionals searching for ways to improve their technical skills and…
Making sense of Net Neutrality outside of the beltway
No doubt, you have heard about and perhaps read analysis of the FCC Chairman's submission to his colleagues on the topic of Net Neutrality and Title II. The…
How Stanford is incorporating touch for online learning
Perhaps the largest criticisms or drawbacks that are often leveled at online learning are the simple facts that it can be difficult for students to shake hands, talk,…
Google hopes to boost AP computer science pass rates
RISE Up 4 CS will aid African-American high school students in college-level computer science courses and exams As research reveals ... Read more
Higher Ed’s 2015 reading list for faculty & admin
Who says that higher education isn’t the protagonist in some dystopian YA novel? From topics such as how to master “hot topics” like entrepreneurship and community engagement for…
This instructional approach is closing student achievement gaps
A technology-enabled instructional approach developed at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has proven to reduce the achievement gap between disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged students through a self-paced online learning…
Going virtual? Don’t get physical
