Academics

Here are 4 things you can learn from this higher ed disruptor

The Brooklyn-based Marcy Lab School is offering its students a tuition-free alternative to postsecondary education attainment—with commendable student success metrics to boast.

Most admissions officers say college rankings have ‘lost their luster’

A flood of college rankings have hit higher ed over the last several months, with varying degrees of acceptance or rejection. It's more of the latter emotion for one sector of higher ed.

U.S. News rankings: These schools made big moves

U.S. News & World Report's latest college rankings are out and a handful of institutions rocketed up the charts thanks to a formula tilted more in favor of schools that succeed in enrolling and graduating students from all backgrounds. 

Why these leaders want to secure the liberal arts in a digital world

Higher education is re-envisioning its offerings from the ground up to acclimate itself to the emerging demands of a digital workforce. How can the humanities and arts defend their merit?

How micro-credentials are spurring deeper collaboration between community college and employers

The "great unbundling" of community colleges' academic offerings is rapidly feeding career-ready adult learners into high-demand fields. The prize for institutions: Higher enrollment and student buy-in.

The University Business Podcast: How to turn an academic evolution into a revolution

Breaking down siloes is a method of the past at UT Knoxville. Inaugural dean Ozlem Kilic shows us how her new college is creating a forum for cutting-edge curriculum.

How can an 8-week term improve community college student success rates?

Time-strapped students juggling full-time jobs and other external obligations can accomplish more in half the time with this innovative academic scheduling approach, argues this dean of academic success.

Report: Adult online learners are money-motivated. Are your programs supporting their career goals?

Ninety percent of online learners are pursuing a credential for career-related reasons, and they're willing to enroll further from where they live to find the right fit, according to a new report from Risepoint.

Upskilling is the talk of the town. Here’s advice on what students want to unlock

One-third of U.S. workers lack basic digital skills, but a rise in short-term credential enrollment in generative AI and automation could help the nation course-correct, Coursera's annual global skills report declares.

Unlocking Faculty Engagement: Strategies to Power Your Online Growth

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 8th at 2 pm ET

In this UB Ed Talk, learn how to create a holistic strategy that not only grows your online programs but also secures the full buy-in of your faculty. We will share success stories from higher ed institutions and delve into how online education can expand the reach and impact of faculty members, making online learning a valuable addition to their teaching portfolio.

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