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A cartoon hand holding a stock of dollar bills extends from a computer screen

$800M EdX Deal Has Lost Its Luster

March 1, 2024

2U’s acquisition of online course provider edX was once seen as a major win—and potentially even larger disrupter—in the OPM industry. Things didn’t go as planned.

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A phone has an "error 404" message on its screen in red. The phone is placed in front of an orange background showcasing a university building

University of California Lifts Ban on Online Degree Programs

February 27, 2024

Even as the debate on online courses continues, the UC move is creating concern about shared governance between faculty and university leaders. 

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A virtual man appears on a screen in a person-size white box in front of a classroom of students

Holograms Begin Beaming Into College Classrooms

February 23, 2024

Breaking out of sci-fi movies and into the classroom, holograms are becoming the latest high-tech teaching tool.

A highlighted text states employees will get 25% of their paycheck with the rest being paid in stock
A highlighted text states employees will get 25% of their paycheck with the rest being paid in stock

Turmoil Grows at Embattled California University

February 22, 2024

Since going on accreditation probation in August, the University of Antelope Valley has lost its president, replaced part of employees’ salaries with stock options and now faces an eviction.

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A 2 and U are in the left corner, with money falling out of the U

Online Course Provider 2U Faces Doubts It Can Continue

February 15, 2024

The financially challenged company said it needs to undergo major changes to survive.