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Students and Instructors Say AI Tool Helps With Understanding, Confidence in Course Materials
Recently published data from Macmillan Learning finds an embedded artificial intelligence tool can improve student learning and that students put up their own guardrails when using the tool.
Study: Academic Alerts Slash Course Withdrawal Rates by 30%
Most universities have systems to alert students to low grades or high absence rates, but there’s been little evidence showing they change student outcomes. New research from Oklahoma State shows the notifications are worthwhile investments.
Funding Student Success: Beer Sales Bolster Latino Student Athlete Scholarship Program
A scholarship for Hispanic student athletes at Western Oregon University receives money from sales of a specialty beer, joining a number of colleges that fundraise through craft brews.
U of Rochester Students Expelled Over ‘Wanted’ Posters
A Murky Setback for DACA
An appeals court ruled that DACA is unlawful but limited the scope and stayed the ruling, so students shouldn’t see any immediate changes.
How Wealthy Universities Favor the Rich
Documents released in an antitrust lawsuit show how some elite colleges gave well-connected applicants a leg up in admissions. Are these practices ongoing?
Cost Is One Thing—Value Is Another
A shift to skills-based hiring is a good development, but don’t be fooled—the advantage for college-educated workers will continue to grow, Jamie Merisotis writes.
Success Program Launch: Time Management, Growth Mindset Workshop
A short course at DePaul University helps equip learners with life and learning skills that support their development and achievement within the institution and beyond, including active engagement, self-care, organizational abilities and resiliency.