Who remembers proper students?
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Jim Dickinson wonders whether personal tutoring where staff notice how well students are doing is becoming a nostalgia meme. The post Who remembers proper students? appeared first on Wonkhe.
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Judge approves Sweet v. Cardona student debt relief settlement, but likely appeal looms
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The deal would cancel $6 billion in student loans for students who say the Education Department didn't respond to allegations 151 colleges misled them.
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A Common Mistake Academics Make With Their Personal Websites
The Academic Designer
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
This common mistake may be hurting your Google Search results. Is your personal academic website showing up on the 1st page when someone searches your name?
ASHE Conference Urges Humanization of Higher Education
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Dr. Joy Gaston Gayles addresses the crowd at the opening of ASHE's 47th Annual Conference. LAS VEGAS-- Dr. Joy Gaston Gayles opened the 47th annual conference for the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) in Las Vegas with a call to disrupt the systemic oppression keeping marginalized populations from accessing higher education and burning out academics working toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership (SCM): Igniting Students’ Academic Development P
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Humanities and Social Sciences graduates hold the answers to the world’s most pressing questions
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Introducing a new report from the British Academy, Ian Diamond finds humanities and social sciences graduates playing an essential role in modern society. The post Humanities and Social Sciences graduates hold the answers to the world’s most pressing questions appeared first on Wonkhe.
Over 1,830 colleges are test-optional for fall 2023 admissions
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
At least 90 of those institutions aren’t requiring the SAT or ACT through fall 2024, according to FairTest, a group advocating for limited use of assessments.
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New School adjuncts strike for better pay, job security
Inside Higher Ed
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Image: Part-time faculty members at the New School, who are the vast majority of the university’s teaching force, walked out Wednesday to protest what they call administrative “intransigence” in contract negotiations. The part-time faculty union, which is affiliated with the United Auto Workers, says members haven’t had a raise since 2018.
Mapping inequalities and EDI work in music higher education
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Music courses represent a growing part of the higher education sector - but how representative are they? Anna Bull, Amy Blier-Carruthers, and Diljeet Bhachu have the findings. The post Mapping inequalities and EDI work in music higher education appeared first on Wonkhe.
Federal attorneys can now recommend student loan discharges in bankruptcy proceedings
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Officials tout new student loan bankruptcy process as more fair and accessible, but consumer advocates say much depends on how it's put in place.
"We Know More Than What Those Damn Tests Claim to Measure”: How Tests are Inequitable for Black and Other Minoritized Students
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
In October 2022, the National Center for Educational Statistics (NCES) released a new report where, again, Black students lagged behind white students on the National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) also known as the Nation’s Report Card. Specifically, in comparison to 2019, the previous assessment year, average mathematics scores for grade 4 students were lower in 2022 for American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, Black, Hispanic, students of Two or More Races, and white students (see [l
Navigating chronic illness in academia: An early career perspective
HEPI
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
By Rebecca Williams. Rebecca Williams is a Lecturer in Environmental Law at Edinburgh Napier University. Previously she was a Teaching Fellow and the Interim Director of the Strathclyde Centre for Environmental Law and Governance at the University of Strathclyde. Her research focuses on the intersection of environmental and agricultural law, and particularly climate change.
Here’s how we’ll make Plan B work for Britain
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Christopher Smith shares UKRI’s ongoing work on Horizon and plan B - and how universities, businesses, government, and their agencies can put collaboration and internationalism back at the heart of research and innovation. The post Here’s how we’ll make Plan B work for Britain appeared first on Wonkhe.
Florida public university leaders object to proposed tenure rules tied to controversial state law
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Officials criticized the draft policies for lacking due process and said they would in essence destroy tenure.
How Redesign and Faculty Training Boost the Use of Active Learning Classrooms
Educause
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
This case study shows how the transformation of just one traditional classroom can help jumpstart campus-wide conversations about active learning.
Channeling Orwell, Judge Blasts Florida's ‘Dystopian’ Ban on ‘Woke’ Instruction
The Chronicle of Higher Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Jack Stripling. Chronicle Illustration; Getty photo. Judge Mark Walker’s ruling blocks the state’s Board of Governors from enforcing a law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Are universities back to doing more with less?
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
The Russell Group's Lily Bull charts the increasing expectations and declining resources on course for higher education in coming years. The post Are universities back to doing more with less? appeared first on Wonkhe.
Illinois university to stop teaching at Wisconsin branch campus due to falling enrollment
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
A dearth of graduate students prompted Aurora University to wind down classes at its George Williams College campus. The site still has a conference center.
Museum Studies Program Seeks to Diversify the Field
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Since 1804, the New-York Historical Society (New-York Historical) and its stewards have been preserving and showcasing history. For the past three years, it’s been teaching others to do the same, seeking to expand what the face of museum studies looks like. Dr. Valerie Paley Through a partnership with the City University of New York’s School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS), New-York Historical has been teaching CUNY students the ins and outs of museum operations via a graduate degree in Muse
WEEKEND READING: Using technology to improve graduate outcomes
HEPI
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
This blog has been kindly written for HEPI by Charles Hardy, Education Partnerships at Handshake UK. Join Handshake at the Careers Leadership Summit on Thursday, 8 December 2022 – register here. It’s always been Handshake’s mission to create a future where the student and graduate employment market is more equitable than ever before. Handshake company was founded in 2013 by three students from Michigan Tech University who were shocked by the glaring inequalities in career opportunities for stude
We can’t wait any longer to be safe(r) on campus
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Rhiannon Ellis argues that after more than a decade of dawdling, it's time to broaden, deepen and accelerate the pace of change on harassment and sexual misconduct. The post We can’t wait any longer to be safe(r) on campus appeared first on Wonkhe.
Common App expands program that offers automatic admission to students
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Fourteen colleges are now participating in the pilot, which comes as direct admissions grows in popularity.
National Opinion Polls on Affirmative Action: Inflaming an Issue that is Divisive Enough
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Since the Regents of the University of California v. Bakke case of 1978, the Supreme Court has been asked on several occasions to rule on the constitutionality of using race as one factor in higher education admissions. The Court has consistently held that diversity is a compelling interest and that race – not quotas, can be one of many factors in selecting a class of students.
The Impact of Storytelling on Learning
Campus Technology
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The benefits of storytelling in teaching and learning are well established — and digital tools can help make stories more interactive, boost engagement, and convey ideas more effectively. Here's how to make the most of technology and sidestep common mistakes in the use of storytelling for learning.
The truth about the QAA Subject Benchmarks
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The QAA's chief executive, Vicki Stott, puts the record straight on Subject Benchmarks. The post The truth about the QAA Subject Benchmarks appeared first on Wonkhe.
New international student enrollment surged 80% last year
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Increases continued this fall as COVID-19 travel restrictions ease, according to a survey of more than 600 U.S. higher education institutions.
2022 INSIGHT Into Diversity Health Professions HEED Award Winners
Insight Into Diversity
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Creating Pathways to Academic Medicine — A.T. Still University of Graduate Health Studies. The Office for Diversity & Inclusion at A.T. Still University of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU) is a founding partner of the Academic Medicine Consortium of Arizona, a group of medical schools that collaborate to identify and nurture students toward academic medicine.
Higher Education Ethics Watch Rated Top Blog
Higher Ed Ethics Watch
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Feedspot Ranks Blog # 37 out of the top 90 Blogs on Higher Education. I am proud to inform you that my Higher Education Ethics Watch blog was designated as #37 of 90 blogs in the area of higher education by Feedspot. Blog posted by Dr. Steven Mintz, The Ethics Sage, on November 18, 2022. You can sign up for Steve’s newsletter and learn more about his activities on his website ( [link] ) and by following him on Facebook at: [link] and on Twitter at: [link].
Higher Education Postcard: Bridge of sighs
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
This week's card from Hugh Jones’ postbag tells a tale of cars and punts. The post Higher Education Postcard: Bridge of sighs appeared first on Wonkhe.
ABA proposal to end admissions testing requirements passes next hurdle
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The change would not take effect until fall 2025 if it wins final approval in a vote scheduled for February.
UK unis voice concerns on supporting students with dependants
The PIE News
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Rising numbers of international students bringing dependants with them to the UK while they embark on their studies is leading to concerns about universities’ ability to support students and their families adequately. . Clear and prompt messaging about accommodation and advice about making preparations a long way in advance is the new modus operandi – universities are not required to provide housing for students arriving with families but are keen to support them.
The Ethics of “Ethical Hacking”
Higher Ed Ethics Watch
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Implications for Ethics Education. I have previously blogged about the controversial issue of "Ethical Hacking." In this blog, I will update that discussion and add to it because changes are happening rapidly and the number of cybersecurity attacks are increasing. We live in an era of unprecedented cybercrime, both in quantity and quality. These attacks, which can take many forms, can significantly impact national security, business interests, and infrastructure.
What’s in the Autumn Statement for higher education?
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Michael Barber gets another delivery job, and the LLE numbers still don't add up. David Kernohan finds out what might be in store for the sector from the Autumn Statement. The post What’s in the Autumn Statement for higher education? appeared first on Wonkhe.
Department of Justice identifies suspect in most of this year’s HBCU bomb threats
Higher Ed Dive
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
The alleged perpetrator, a minor, will be brought up on charges unrelated to the threats against HBCUs, according to the FBI.
How to Incorporate Interactive Displays and Whiteboard Cameras in Hybrid Learning
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Most modern classrooms are now equipped with some type of interactive display or whiteboard, but with hybrid learning becoming part of the norm in higher education, it’s no longer enough for those technologies to serve only in-class students. That’s why it’s now a priority for colleges, universities and their faculty to learn how to use those interactive displays for learners across modalities.
Introductory STEM Courses Drive Out Underrepresented Female Students at Higher Rates
Insight Into Diversity
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The likelihood of obtaining a college degree within the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) after receiving a low grade in just one introductory course is disproportionately lower for underrepresented female students compared to White male students, causing a diversity gap and talent loss in such fields. That finding comes from the study “Do Introductory Courses Disproportionately Drive Minoritized Students out of STEM Pathways?
Students say the weight of textbooks is getting them down
Wonkhe
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Kortext's Eleanor Parker asks why students are still having to spend money on core textbooks. The post Students say the weight of textbooks is getting them down appeared first on Wonkhe.
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