HEPI

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

We do however have concerns about regional access to key courses, especially for disadvantaged students, in areas like East Anglia where there are few universities within easy commuter distance.

Higher Education 141

Higher Education Education Disadvantaged Model 141

SRHE

APRIL 2, 2025

Introduction the widening digital divide Our recent study ( Zhou et al , 2025 ) surveyed 595 undergraduate students across the UK to examine the evolving digital divide across all forms of digital technologies. Without intentional, inclusive strategies, GenAI risks amplifying existing digital inequalities, further disadvantaging WP students.

Higher Education 58

Higher Education Inclusivity Education Technology 58

The PIE News

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In a joint statement, the Regional Universities Network (RUN), Innovative Research Universities (IRU) and Australian Technology Network of Universities (ATN) affirmed their commitment to working collaboratively with government on all sides of politics, and proposed a three-step approach to improve Australia’s international education system.

Educational Systems 111

Educational Systems Disadvantaged Equity Technology 111

Faculty Focus

JUNE 10, 2025

As a learning designer in a centralized teaching and learning unit, it’s my job to explore new technologies, particularly AI. How am I supposed to make decisions about this emerging technology that I don’t fully understand? But I’ll admit, I didn’t jump right in. For a while, I felt paralyzed. I value collaboration.

Learning Experience 64

Learning Experience Humanities Scholarship Disadvantaged 64

Coursera blog

MAY 26, 2025

Today, hes not only a tech founder and cloud consultant based in Central New York, but hes also a proud graduate of the online Master of Information Technology program from the nationally ranked university Illinois Tech, completed online through Coursera. I have a passion for technology and information systems, he says. Do every lab.

Technology 52

Technology Degree Engineering Disadvantaged 52

Faculty Focus

JUNE 10, 2025

As a learning designer in a centralized teaching and learning unit, it’s my job to explore new technologies, particularly AI. How am I supposed to make decisions about this emerging technology that I don’t fully understand? But I’ll admit, I didn’t jump right in. For a while, I felt paralyzed. I value collaboration.

Learning Experience 81

Learning Experience Humanities Scholarship Disadvantaged 81

HEPI

MARCH 11, 2025

Engineering higher education is also a major driver of social mobility and opportunity: graduate premiums in engineering are both higher and more equal for those from disadvantaged backgrounds than in other disciplines.

Engineering 117

Engineering Recruitment Disadvantaged Administration 117

HEPI

DECEMBER 29, 2024

But my report wasnt about personal experience it was about systemic flaws which were patently disadvantaging entire groups of students. Oxford and Cambridge pride themselves on their reputation for advancing research, technology, and educative practices. In their combined age of around two millennia, why would they stop now?

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HEPI

JUNE 29, 2025

on helping disadvantaged students with their cost of living and studies. This is good news for the sector. Baroness Smith, Minister for Skills, and Lord Vallance, Minister for Science, have made clear that they see the core principles that will shape the UK’s higher education sector over the next five years.

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Students Higher Education Disadvantaged Educational Policy 124

HEPI

JANUARY 27, 2025

This blog is by Jo Johnson, Executive Chairman of FutureLearn, a Member of the Council of the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology and a Visiting Professor of Kings College London. He served as Universities and Science Minister under David Cameron, Theresa May and Boris Johnson.

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Engineering Students Higher Education Disadvantaged 73

Wonkhe

JULY 1, 2025

We are in the midst of what could be a big decline in the rate of students coming from disadvantaged backgrounds entering higher education, despite the transformative opportunities it provides. Head of, manager, director) Senior Leadership (e.g.

University 157

University Higher Education Policy Public Affairs 157

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

As numerous fellows entered the African American Hall of Fame at Morehouse College, the Dean of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Division, Dr. Eddie Red, delivered a welcoming message, expressing his aspiration to one day be featured on the wall, as he, like many of us present, is destined for a greater purpose.

Empower 92

Empower Inclusivity Disadvantaged Equity 92

The PIE News

MARCH 3, 2025

The US heavily relies on international talent in fields like medicine, technology, and engineering. One example of how our outdated immigration system disadvantages the United States in the global competition for talent is the story of scientist Erdahl Arikan.

Degree 52

Degree Policy Disadvantaged Higher Education 52

Wonkhe

JULY 16, 2025

This fall is visible across most measures of deprivation: in England, for example, every IMD quintile but quintile 5 (the least disadvantaged) sees a falling application rate. For UK domiciled 18 year old applicants, the application rate is 41.20 – down from 41.80 per cent last year. Head of, manager, director) Senior Leadership (e.g.

Recruitment 157

Recruitment Engineering Policy Higher Education 157

Higher Education Inquirer

APRIL 22, 2025

The (in)justice system is increasingly overwhelmed by massive case backlogs and a growing pattern of decisions that disproportionately disadvantage working-class individuals, raising serious concerns about equal access to justice and the erosion of public trust in legal institutions. Reforming the U.S.

Law School 40

Law School Model Technology Disadvantaged 40

HEPI

MARCH 29, 2025

‘As the economy rebalances, we will need more highly-skilled employees, particularly for young people with science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) degrees, but businesses are struggling to recruit good graduates from the UK.’ Taxpayers now spend 6 on debt cancellation for every 1 they spend on teaching students anything.

Higher Education 96

Higher Education Education Degree Model 96

Higher Education Inquirer

JULY 25, 2025

For many, this technology-driven prep is the key to unlocking entry into elite business schools that serve as launchpads for high-status careers. They face both the structural disadvantages of savage inequality and the pressures of an increasingly globalized admissions environment. But that shortcut comes at a price.

Disadvantaged 40

Disadvantaged Environment Technology Schooling 40

The PIE News

JULY 4, 2025

The latest round of engagement is being undertaken “to gather market insights on newly available and emerging technology in relation to remote testing, and the viability of incorporating this into the HOELT service,” said the Home Office in a notice on July 2.

Disadvantaged 99

Disadvantaged Technology Model Humanities 99

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 23, 2025

It’s illegal, yes, to choose candidates for admission or hiring or other benefits based solely on their race or gender in ways that disadvantage or exclude others who are equally qualified. Let’s talk about what IS illegal.

Equity 91

Equity Higher Education Inclusivity Disadvantaged 91

Inside Higher Ed

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Image: Scholars have called a proposal by the Indian Institutes of Technology to quadruple their international student intake by 2025 “feasible” but say they will first need to decide whether they are willing to lower entry requirements for nonlocal applicants.

Technology 98

Technology Institution Students Disadvantaged 98

Inside Higher Ed

MAY 6, 2024

College-bound students are heavy users of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, but that may be driven by concerns they will face disadvantages without it, a new report released Monday finds.

Arts And Sciences 133

Arts And Sciences Disadvantaged College Students 133

MindMax

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Challenging the Structures of Higher Education A key challenge in higher education is the outdated systems that many institutions continue to rely on—systems that often disadvantage non-traditional learners. The Role of Technology in Supporting Students As technology continues to evolve, it presents opportunities and challenges for education.

Higher Education 130

Higher Education Education Students Technology 130

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Furman University and 14 other institutions have collectively been awarded $8.625 million to improve inclusion for students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This project will transform the student experience in STEM at Furman,” said Dr. Alison Roark, associate professor of biology and program director.

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Inclusivity Disadvantaged Retention Engineering 105

Insight Into Diversity

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

By 2028-29, it will expand to at least 12 majors, including STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields, at UCLA. However, UC opposed it, citing concerns that it could disadvantage students, particularly in STEM fields, due to potential underpreparedness.

Community College 111

Community College College Disadvantaged Engineering 111

HEPI

JANUARY 15, 2024

Even in subjects where equivalent numbers of men and women participate, however, many women are still disadvantaged by everyday sexism. We know that women students and staff remain underrepresented in Higher Education STEM disciplines.

Students 134

Students Engineering Disadvantaged Degree 134

The PIE News

MAY 10, 2023

She highlighted the opportunities the scheme has given to those traditionally underserved, with 51% of the international placements across 160 countries earmarked for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. We are in a global race, not just for talent but for technology.

Disadvantaged 122

Disadvantaged Department Technology Education 122

The PIE News

JULY 23, 2024

According to Dr. Anand B, assistant professor for economics and strategy at the Institute of Management Technology , Dubai, the INR 1.48 “The budget’s emphasis on digital connectivity and technology adoption can benefit both domestic and international students. That said, again execution matters.

Education 119

Education Allocate Disadvantaged Scholarship 119

HEPI

MARCH 24, 2025

While they have undoubtedly provided valuable opportunities for students particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds what is truly needed is a longer-term commitment from government to sustain and expand these life-changing opportunities. These mobility programmes aim to support students’ global experiences.

Disadvantaged 106

Disadvantaged Students Inclusivity Professional Development 106

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JUNE 30, 2024

You can only imagine how that puts students at a disadvantage, not having access to the internet to complete the college application — the errors and typos that could potentially happen on the cell phone versus if you’re at a computer with Wi-Fi,” said Smith. “You It's not just connectivity, it's opportunities,” said Means.

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Disadvantaged Schooling Education Leadership Scholarship 127

HEPI

JULY 18, 2024

According to Satya Nadella of Microsoft , the digital imperative suggests that “every organisation in every industry will need to infuse technology into every business process and function so that they can do more with less.” ” However, for marketing and PR, this infusion is particularly critical.

Higher Education 111

Higher Education Education Disadvantaged Academia 111

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 10, 2024

“We really emphasize the importance of social considerations in every technology course throughout the entire curriculum,” Barabino said. “In In doing that, we've created this atmosphere where questions of how and when to use a technology are paired with questions of whether to use a technology. These new AI tools.

Arts And Sciences 114

Arts And Sciences Engineering Humanities Disadvantaged 114

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 15, 2024

Technology enables higher education to move the needle on equity There is ample opportunity for edtech companies and faculty to work together and lead the charge in bringing more equity to higher education. The lack of access to technology for some students has exacerbated existing equity issues.

Higher Education 105

Higher Education Faculty Equity Education 105

The PIE News

JUNE 7, 2024

Private equity firm Stirling Partners invests in education, consumer, healthcare and technology services including OpenClassrooms and Laureate Education. Sterling Partners – already Keypath’s majority shareholder – will become its sole owner, acquiring the outstanding shares for $0.87 per share at approximately $186.8

Equity 116

Equity Education Disadvantaged Environment 116

HEPI

MARCH 5, 2024

Researcher-developed technologies were also embedded within the National Cyber Hate Crime Hub (run by the UK’s National Police Chiefs’ Council), better equipping policymakers and police to address the problem. 900,000 people per year will be referred to SP schemes, reducing the cost-burden of long-term health conditions on NHS England.

University 139

University Public Affairs Disadvantaged Policy 139

The PIE News

JULY 20, 2023

There were sometimes problems engaging with online learning, with unsupported software and hardware, and using technology to keep in touch with friends and family back home. Ethnicity was cited as a disadvantage by half of international students.

Disadvantaged 98

Disadvantaged Students Inclusivity Degree 98

University Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Colleges face no transparency requirements in issuing merit-based scholarships, “leaving each college to decide how upfront or opaque it wants to be,” according to the “ CAP Report Card ” released by College Aid Pro, a college planning technology platform.

Scholarship 106

Scholarship College Arts And Sciences Guidance 106

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, new AI chatbots have made their debut, including Google’s Bard and ChatGPT for Microsoft Bing, and new generative AI tools that use GPT technology have emerged, such as Chat with any PDF. Banning the use of technology for exams can create an inaccessible, discriminatory learning experience.

Technology 98

Technology Humanities Learning Experience Disadvantaged 98