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Digital Learning in ‘Inside Higher Ed’ This Week
Among the topics: IBM and a university collaborate on a "skills academy"; criticism of new Education Department rules; an instructor's accusations at Arizona State.
Seeking a Shared Global Standard for Digital Credentials
Nine universities in five countries are working together to create a shared infrastructure for digital academic credentials.
The Highs and Lows of Teaching From Afar
In addition to serving students in different locations, online courses are also conducive to teachers who want to work remotely. But doing it effectively can be challenging -- if it's even allowed.
Team Players in Teaching
Models for "unbundling" the faculty role differ by institution -- but administrators of competency-based programs particularly believe their approach suits instructors and helps students grow.
New Online Academic Programs
Colleges begin programs in early childhood education, cybersecurity, strategic management, health data analytics and instructional design.
FCC Key to Closing the Homework Gap
The Federal Communications Commission controls licenses that could be used to bring wireless broadband internet to rural areas. But policy makers and educators are at odds over how to proceed.
Online Tuition Too High? Cut It in Half
Buoyed by growing enrollment, Champlain College slashed prices for its online undergraduate programs. Administrators are pleased with the results -- which could point to a viable pricing model.
In-Person Bachelor's and Online Master's -- at the Same Time
Bachelor's students at Holy Cross can enroll simultaneously in a data science master's program at Notre Dame. Administrators see such collaborations as integral to the future of traditional colleges.