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HBCUs Utilizing the Common App See an Increase in Applications

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

But in the last decade, the nonprofit has worked to purposefully center more equitable access to postsecondary education by connecting with more Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). When Common App was initially created over 40 years ago, the majority of its member institutions were private, many highly selective.

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ResEdChat Ep 64: Utilizing Microsurveys in Residential Education with Paul Gordon Brown

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He explains what they are, how they can be used, and why residential education professionals should implementing them into their departmental strategy. We welcome Paul back as our guest this week to explore the concept of "microsurveys".

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‘An Invisible Tax’: Study Finds That Schools Lag in Utilizing Data

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Karen Webber, professor emerita at the Louise McBee Institute of Higher Education at the University of Georgia, pointed out that, ironically, the study lacked data. There’s the opportunity cost of not being able to best serve your stakeholders.” Some experts questioned whether the situation was really as bad as the study describes.

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The Consuming Effects of Commodifying Education on Faculty Members

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In higher education, neoliberalism manifests through the not-new concept of students-as-consumers, who “shop” for the best collegiate experience. Neoliberalism’s intrusion in higher education causes students to expect high return-on-investment; correspondingly, faculty are expected to be superhuman workers. Dr. Cathryn B.

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AERA Announces 2024 Fellows

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Jackson, a professor and dean of the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Education, is among 24 exemplary scholars selected by the American Educational Research Association. Their meaningful contributions to the education research field demonstrate the highest standards of academic excellence. Dr. Jerlando F.

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AAC&U Project to Assist 12 Campuses with Equity-Center Curriculum Design

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A dozen higher education institutions have been selected to participate in the Equitable and Inclusive Curriculum-to-Career Models Project, according to the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). This work is necessary for advancing higher education, student success, and our economy.”

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20 step guide for implementing Outcome-Based Education

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20 step guide for implementing Outcome-Based Education admin Wed, 11/29/2023 - 07:24 In a fast-paced educational realm, Outcome-Based Education (OBE) emerges as the catalyst for student success. Higher education institutions have started raving about the practical adoption of Outcome Based Education within their campuses.

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