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Machine Learning, Big Data and the Future of Higher Ed

These new technologies have much to offer colleges and their students, but if we are not careful how we incorporate them, the risks may outweigh the gains, Vincent Del Casino Jr. writes.

The Week in Digital Learning News From 'Inside Higher Ed'

Udacity quietly ends its job guarantee, and dueling essays on the wisdom of California's new online community college.

Giving Scattered Students a Voice

Several online colleges have student governments to give remote learners representation, as well as a sense of community.

Online Can Unite Students -- or Divide Them

As online courses grow more prevalent, instructors shift attention to ensuring students have positive experiences and learning outcomes.

Online, Cheap -- and Elite

Analysis of Georgia Tech’s MOOC-inspired online master's in computer science suggests that institutions can successfully deliver high-quality, low-cost degrees to students at scale. But will other colleges follow?
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Forging New Territory Online

Eloy Ortiz Oakley says California’s online community college will be a better public alternative to for-profit colleges for the “stranded workers” traditional college systems struggle to serve.
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Does Online Reinforce the Color Line?

Online education is an engine of racial inequality, argue Christopher Newfield and Cameron Sublett, and no good higher ed policy can be created ignoring that fact.

Udacity U-Turns on Money-Back Guarantee

Online education provider Udacity quietly drops money-back pledge for those who can't find a job after finishing their studies.