Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Firing Reopens ‘Old Wound’ Regarding Treatment of Women Ryan Quinn Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM North Dakota State’s ouster of a female vice provost is part of a pattern, women at the university say. Lawyers, in unusual release of documents, say her office mishandled discrimination complaints.
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence has gripped the higher education sector in more ways than inside the classroom. Although most colleges and universities are scrambling to moderate precisely how students should be allowed to use it, faculty and administrators are inviting its use systemwide. An EDUCAUSE poll that surveyed institutional leaders, technology professionals, and other campus stakeholders found that 67% are optimistic or very optimistic about using AI.
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Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Biden Administration Prepares for Student Debt Relief Negotiations Katherine Knott Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM A committee of 14 people representing student loan borrowers, higher education institutions and other stakeholder groups will kick off discussions about student loan forgiveness Oct. 10.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Held Oct. 9-12 at Chicago’s McCormick Place convention center (and online Oct. 18-19), the EDUCAUSE annual conference will feature programming on higher education IT issues and offer opportunities to see innovative technology at work.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Citing Significant Budget Deficits, Several Colleges Face Cuts Doug Lederman Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM The affected institutions include Christian Brothers, Delta State, Lane Community College, Miami University, St. Norbert and Shepherd.
Teaching Matters Online Learning
OCTOBER 2, 2023
In this extra post, Lynsey encourages us to pause and critically reflect on how we engage with our routine e-learning modules with an engaging fire safety example.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Big Ambitions, Small Teams Sarah Bray Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM Roshni Rao explores the challenges of scaling career services to meet the needs of thousands of grad students with diverse backgrounds, disciplines and career aspirations.
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Dr. Al Solano
OCTOBER 2, 2023
LISTEN TO THE EPISODE Learn practical equitable pedagogy practices to improve student success in higher education. In this episode, I interview Dr. Michel Estefan, Assistant Teaching Professor, Sociology Department at the University of California, San Diego. The focus of the episode is the article, From Inclusive to Equitable Pedagogy: How to Design Course Assignments and Learning Activities That Address Structural Inequalities (Scroll down to access the transcript.
Higher Education Today
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Title: More to the Retention Story: Exploring Second- to Third-Year Retention at 4-Year Colleges and Universities Authors: McCall Pitcher and Kelle Parsons Source: American Institutes for Research For many years, the higher education community has prioritized first-year retention as an indicator of potential student success. This is primarily due to its role as a predictor.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Two professors at the University of Pennsylvania have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their work on developing COVID-19 vaccines.
Experiential Learning Depot
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Project-based learning is taking the world by storm. Student-led project-based learning in particular could revolutionize education as we know it, instilling in learners a lifelong passion for learning and preparing them for the future. But can this transformation happen if student-led PBL operates inside a vacuum; inside one classroom, facilitated by only one teacher in a school of 20 teachers?
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
‘Modernizing Postsecondary Policy to Better Support Adult Learners’: A Special Report Doug Lederman Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Doug Lederman
eLiterate
OCTOBER 2, 2023
As readers of this series know, I’ve developed a six-session design/build workshop series for learning design teams to create an AI Learning Design Assistant (ALDA). In my last post in this series , I provided an elaborate ChatGPT prompt that can be used as a rapid prototype that everyone can try out and experiment with. 1 In this post, I’d like to focus on how to address the challenges of AI literacy effectively and equitably.
College for Creative Study
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The post ‘Big City Greens,’ co-created by alumnus Chris Houghton (IL ’10) reaches 100th episode appeared first on College for Creative Studies.
The Guardian Higher Education
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The ‘compliance blitz’ aims to crack down on rorts in the sector with the establishment of an integrity unit Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our morning and afternoon news emails , free app or daily news podcast The federal government will launch a $37.8m “compliance blitz” to crack down on unlawful behaviour in Australia’s vocational education and training (Vet) sector as part of a suite of measures to clean up dodgy providers in international education.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
New College of Florida Reaches Agreement on Alleged Civil Rights Violations Susan H. Greenberg Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM Byline(s) Susan H.
Ray Schroeder
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Enrollment challenges and financial strain are testing the viability of higher education. Strategic alliances offer a path forward, when undertaken with care. Colleges and universities face a markedly different landscape today than they did in 2010. Overall, student enrollment and revenues are falling. Inflation has accelerated steadily, pushing operating costs up in recent years.
The Guardian Higher Education
OCTOBER 2, 2023
World-renowned artist gifts painting to mark award of honorary degree for author’s outstanding achievements The acclaimed African American artist Kerry James Marshall has donated his first formal portrait of a living person to the University of Cambridge. The painting is of Henry Louis “Skip” Gates Jr, an alumni of Clare College, Cambridge, to mark the award of an honorary degree in recognition of his outstanding achievements as an author, scholar, historian and film-maker.
Ray Schroeder
OCTOBER 2, 2023
AI is not just a shiny tech buzzword. It’s a powerful tool that’s reshaping our approach to education, especially in the realm of self-paced learning. AI empowers educators to provide students with tailored learning paths, immersive experiences, and real-time feedback—elements that boost engagement and facilitate deeper learning. AI brings immersion to self-paced learning.
Roompact
OCTOBER 2, 2023
A New Year! With fall term in full swing, we hope you’re finding your balance and at least a little bit of harmony. In our Recap for the fall you’ll learn about some software enhancements we’ve made, and a TON of new content our creators have made–specifically geared towards student staff. Software Updates Released just before opening, Administrators in.
NACADA
OCTOBER 2, 2023
The United States Army, an institution steeped in honor, service, and dedication, stands as a beacon of opportunity for those seeking to make a difference. With a history spanning centuries, it has evolved into a modern force that defends the nation and transforms soldiers’ lives through many different career paths. A Journey of Personal Growth Joining the Army is not just a job; it’s a transformative journey that nurtures personal growth.
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
For Miles Community College President Ron Slinger, adding a one-credit class on soft skills to Montana’s already extensive patchwork of career-based K-12 opportunities is also a way to address a key concern Montana employers have identified in the workforce. According to a 2019 survey of more than 1,000 businesses conducted by the Montana Chamber Foundation, 80% of respondents indicated that “workforce readiness skills” should be a required component of public school curriculum.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
What’s Modern About Modern Love? mprutter@mit.edu Mon, 10/02/2023 - 03:00 AM How might we help our students better understand intimacy in all its contradictions and complexities?
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Rachelle Arnold, owner of Daisy Bug Delivery, explains that her concierge organization offers that “second mom” service students often need. And she takes a personal interest in them. Students can have their bed made, their laundry done, their room tidied up, and even be picked up in a car. Rachelle says her business is booming, helping hundreds of students, especially freshmen, who feel like they need someone to count on.
ISA Journal
OCTOBER 2, 2023
We get it - procrastination happens! That's why we've extended deadlines on some of our favorite programs to help you take the next step towards studying abroad this spring. Whatever destination or subject you're dreaming of, we can (probably) take you there. Check out this list of programs still accepting applications.
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Enrollment management is a crucial aspect of higher education that helps institutions attract and retain students, ensure financial stability, and promote sustainability. Unfortunately, many departments that provide student services often work in isolation, leading to ineffective strategies and missed opportunities. Institutions that embrace a holistic and collaborative approach that integrates the efforts of multiple departments are more likely to benefit from improved work culture, better enro
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Today on the Academic Minute, part of SUNY Polytechnic Institute Week: Andrew Russell, officer in charge and professor of history, explores how those behind the scenes have enabled our digital infrastructure.
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Harvard University inaugurated Claudine Gay as its 30th president − the first person of color and second woman to lead the Ivy League institution. Since 2018, Gay served as dean of Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the university’s largest and most academically diverse faculty, according to her biography page. She first joined Harvard in 2006 as a professor of government, then began teaching African American studies the year after.
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Join EdTech as we cover EDUCAUSE 2023 from Oct. 9-12.
Confessions of a Community College Dean
OCTOBER 2, 2023
A judge has dismissed a University of Texas at Austin professor’s lawsuit against Texas A&M University. The white male professor had sought to prohibit A&M from considering race or sex in hiring decisions—before he applied to work there.
University Business
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Last week, the Hazing Prevention Network urged colleges and universities to take part in reaffirming their stand against hazing as part of their commitment to National Hazing Prevention Week. Pennsylvania State University, for example, brought multiple clubs together to offer educational activities and events to raise awareness around the issue. Additionally, in the aftermath of a fraternity member’s death in 2021, Virginia Commonwealth University recently announced its plans to join the H
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