Should We Be Optimistic about Religious Higher Ed?
A new book argues for the resiliency of religious colleges, but it's not clear how much credit they deserve. On Law & Liberty.
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Putting Student Success at the Center of Teaching
Professors rarely get trained in effective teaching before they lead a college course, but engaging students and taking different approaches can keep them engaged and learning. On Inside Higher Ed.
Offering Worker Training to Skip the College Mess
Some large companies such as Amazon are crafting training programs, which could save on costs and help sort good employees from unproductive ones. On the Independent Institute.
NC Legislature Might Send State Funds for Cybersecurity to Small Christian College
Montreat College in eastern North Carolina could get $20 million from the state, rather than a UNC school. On WFAE.
U of Texas Finally Gives Its Low-Income Students a Boost
More financial aid will mean poor students can attend tuition-free, but not many of them are actually on campus. On Forbes.
NC Community Colleges Selling Themselves as Path to a Job
The statewide marketing campaign wants to sell students on community college as a practical path for gaining job skills to secure a good-paying job. On Higher Ed Works.
When Nudging Doesn’t Work: FAFSA Edition
Students getting texts and emails reminding them to apply for the FAFSA isn't as effective as proponents have claimed, a recent study found. On Inside Higher Ed.
University Scandals Actually Drive Up Donations
Fundraising and enrollments both can get a boost after a scandal as alumni and potential students focus on their preferred activity at the university rather than condemning the institution wholesale. On The Chronicle of Higher Education.
The Dangerous Costs of New Campus Construction
Buildings tend to become financial liabilities and colleges generally under-use their classroom space as it is. On Forbes.
When Diversity Is Used to Silence Independent Thinking
The praise of diversity can mean that students who think differently or question the crowd can face backlash and punishment for their academic pursuits. On The Wall Street Journal.