Higher Education

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The Screen Inferiority Effect: How Screens Affect Reading Comprehension Researchers have long noted an advantage for print texts versus digital ones, but many questions remain about why the screen inferiority effect occurs
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He Was Falsely Accused of Using AI. Here’s What He Wishes His Professor Did Instead When William Quarterman was accused of submitting an AI-generated midterm essay, he started having panic attacks. He says his professor should have handled the situation differently.
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Discussing Climate Change with Students and Teachers Award-winning educator Edward Cohen talks about the importance of having difficult classroom discussions around climate change.

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How Colleges are Using Minecraft to Create Events and Activities

By Ellen Ullman published

Higher ed institutions have discovered the value of Minecraft to bridge gaps brought on by remote learning

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Higher Ed is Trending Toward Test Optional

By Erik Ofgang published

Standardized tests are being relied on less frequently for college admissions and as predictors of student success

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Remote vs. In-person Classes: What the Data Shows

By Erik Ofgang published

Although remote learning may not work well for every student, there’s a lot higher education can do to improve the numbers

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How to Create a Curriculum for Remote Learning

By Sascha Zuger published

For Barnard College at Columbia University, the new reality requires a new curriculum

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Online Labs are Higher Ed’s Latest Experiment

By Erik Ofgang published

Like true scientists, college instructors are trying new approaches to online labs to provide hands-on learning opportunities.

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Should Video Class Sessions Be Recorded?

By Erik Ofgang published

Protecting student privacy is the main concern when it comes to video class sessions

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Being Used in Higher Ed

By Ellen Ullman published

From answering basic campus questions to providing academic support, artificial intelligence (AI) is helping higher ed to work smarter not harder

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How to Help Students Search for Information in an Era of Remote Learning

By Steve Baule published

Advice and tips for teaching students how to conduct research online

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How to Teach Tech in an Online Environment

By Sascha Zuger published

Ironically, teaching tech through tech is a challenge, but Champlain College Online is cracking the code

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How Colleges are Using Tents and Outdoor Classrooms

By Erik Ofgang published

Tents and outdoor classrooms are springing up on campuses, with edtech following

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How to Transition to Virtual Learning from Video Learning

By Ellen Ullman published

UMass Boston is increasing its virtual learning capabilities

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How an Innovative College Model Accelerates Degree Completion and Lowers Cost

By Annie Galvin Teich published

Rivet School combines online learning and personal coaching for an accredited, job-focused bachelor’s degree in as little as two years and for less than $10,000.

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How a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Can Support Art and Design Students

By Sascha Zuger published

Implementing a virtual desktop infrastructure can help keep creative juices flowing at art and design schools

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How Ventilation Systems are Being Upgraded for Back to School

By Erik Ofgang published

School ventilation systems are being upgraded to better protect students and staff by integrating new technologies and processes

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How It’s Done: Continuing to Offer Counseling Services During a Pandemic

By Ellen Ullman published

Counseling services at Allan Hancock College continue to be available remotely through additional resources and platforms

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How It’s Done: Building a Remote Learning Campus

By Sascha Zuger published

Dumb luck and smart tech has helped USC create a ‘new normal’ remote learning success story

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4 Ways to Close the Digital Divide by Partnering with Communities, Businesses, and Nonprofits

By Ellen Ullman published

Closing the digital divide continues to be a priority at many higher ed institutions

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How It's Done: Workforce Development Partnerships

By Ellen Ullman published

Maryville University president Mark Lombardi discusses workforce development and his institution's new approach

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Tech & Learning Names Infocomm Best of Show Winners

By TL Editors published

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How It’s Done: Hands-On Cybersecurity Training

By Ellen Ullman published

The Cyber Fusion Center at Maryville University provides practical cybersecurity training for aspiring security professionals