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Here is new proof that experiential learning works

A job-focused, online accelerator boosted outcomes for underserved students and their classmates, research shows.

The new enrollment playbook: Why workforce alignment is winning students

Enrollment is flowing toward programs that offer clear economic value, forcing colleges to rethink their operating model.

MIT moves to “upend” curriculum in the face of AI

Increased AI use has driven MIT students to interact less with peers and instructors, hampering social and cognitive development, a "watershed" faculty report found.

Michigan will mask grades to support new students’ mental health

The University of Michigan's focus on mental health applies a modern twist on a decades-old practice: Covering grades for incoming students.

Why college students are paying way less for course materials now

Annual spending on textbooks is about half of what it was two decades ago, fueled by growing demand for digital resources and discounted access programs.

The 10 most valuable AI skills students want to learn

Student interest in non-technical AI skills is exploding as employers hope to integrate the technology into daily operations.

Beyond ChatGPT: How to create successful AI-ready students

New courses, faculty initiatives and bottom-up governance models are helping students learn when—and when not—to rely on artificial intelligence.

AI’s job disruption for graduates may be exaggerated—for now

Today’s scarce entry-level job market stems from the traditional business cycle, but headwinds suggest students need AI training now to prepare for greater disruption.

Is competing for faster compute higher ed’s new arms race?

High-performance computing is emerging as a key differentiator among colleges as AI-based research becomes essential across disciplines.

Why these three-year degree pilots are sparking strong pushback

Accelerated bachelor's degrees prioritize speed over academic integrity, threatening students' intellectual development, two educators organizations contend.