3 steps to help institutions offer microcredentials
A “one-and-done” degree is no longer enough for many employees and job seekers because, in today’s workplace, in-demand skills are constantly evolving. In fact, current research estimates the half-life of a learned skill at five years, and it’s even shorter for technical skills.
Defining high-quality microcredentials for higher ed
One of the early higher education adopters of microcredentials, SUNY’s program centers on: academic quality; alignment to industry and professional standards; pathways to certificates, initial and/or advanced degrees (stackability); formal recognition of completion via a transcript and digital badge (portability); and recognition of microcredentials for multiple audiences. These criteria are the hallmarks that nearly every national/international report on the subject identify as priority.
HR tools can be magic for the employee experience
An enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is a powerful tool for overseeing campus business operations–but there remain some things an ERP wasn’t designed to do well.
5 things you should know about collegiate esports
Playing video games isn’t a waste of time–in fact, it can open doors to college scholarships and lucrative careers. Esports–multiplayer video games played competitively in front of spectators–is skyrocketing in popularity.
Modern lab equipment is key to revolutionizing STEM learning
STEM jobs are continuing to grow faster than ever. In the U.S. alone, employment in STEM occupations has grown 79 percent since 1990, and the total number of STEM jobs is expected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2030 — increasing about 30 percent faster than jobs in the overall workforce.
Is unbundling the future of higher education?
Fifteen years ago, the New York Times published an article about the “tuition game,” in which colleges raised tuitions to compete with rival schools and, in response, saw notable increases in their enrollments. In fact, enrollments continued to grow throughout the next four years. And then, suddenly, they began to decline. They have maintained their steady decline ever since.
Online students struggle with sense of belonging during COVID-19
Online learning is not without its inherent challenges, one of which is feeling connected and having a close academic support system throughout one’s program.
Arkansas taps VR simulations for career training
The Arkansas Office of Skills Development (AOSD), along with Arkansas Community Colleges, is partnering on a statewide program that is harnessing the power of virtual and augmented reality for career exploration.
4 questions to frame your job search
There is an urgency to most job searches. Perhaps you are between positions and feel the lack of schedule—as well as the financial strain. Or, you may be stuck in a job that makes you miserable. Regardless of the circumstances, you are looking for another job because you are ready for a change.