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Hard Work, High Demand
Sally Johnstone and Thad Nodine describe what Western Governors University has learned as it works on new competency-based programs with 11 community colleges.
What Do the People Want?
Do Americans have a more nuanced view of higher ed reform than the politicians they elect? Perhaps, says a new survey.
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No Silver Bullet
Fixing remedial education will be much more complex than reformers and policy makers acknowledge, writes Hunter Boylan.
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Remediation Is Badly Broken
Remediation should not be eliminated, writes Stan Jones, but its delivery needs to be transformed.
Putting Community Colleges to Work
The White House talks up $550 million in job training programs aimed at community colleges, including $100 million in new funding for apprenticeships.
Jersey Impasse
Faculty at Bergen Community College vote no confidence in president, citing loss of key meetings, changes in planned tenure rules and a disputed interpretation of a "Game of Thrones" quote.
Lessons Learned
Josh Wyner's new book describes what community colleges do well, and what they can do better.
Apprenticeship as Degree Pathway
The Obama administration unveils a new program aimed at making it easier for students to reap academic credit for completion of apprenticeships.