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EdSurge's Venture Funding
EdSurge announced this week that it closed a $400,000 seed funding round led by the Washington Post Co (owners of Kaplan University) and NewSchools Venture Fund.
I Can’t Spell
This shouldn't come as any surprise to anyone reading my blog. But I explain the trauma lying just behind the lack.
Long Distance Mom: Code Pink and the RNC
It’s been a busy week in Tampa. I have been at my Florida home (instead of preparing for school in Chicago) because I am interested in witnessing the Republican National Convention (RNC) activities.
Measuring Academic Research in Canada: Field-Normalized Academic Rankings 2012
Hot off the press report -- Measuring Academic Research in Canada: Field-Normalized Academic Rankings 2012.
Indecision 2012
Two political scientists are publishing a study of the presidential election -- as it's happening. Scott McLemee looks at the work-in-progress.
Tenure 101
To earn the ultimate academic job security, think about your profession's standards, and don't think too big, writes Steve Saideman.
Online Ed Goes to Hollywood
A new television ad from UCLA’s Extension Program ups the ante on advertising for online programs.
Life Lessons From Patti Smith
I finished reading Just Kids last night - Patti Smith's incredible memorial to her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe. I am grateful that she let me into her world and I recommend it to anyone who is interested in the social nature of creativity.