article thumbnail

New SREB Report Advocates for Accessible and High-Quality Pathways to Attract and Retain Teachers in the Classroom

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“Over the last decade in the South, in our 16 States, we've had a 23% drop in completions from ed prep programs–that includes traditional and alternative programs,” said Megan Boren, SREB Project Manager and report co-author.

article thumbnail

Here are 4 ways to boost the reputation of your continuing education units

University Business

Continuing education programs, which institutions are using to create lifelong learning modalities for working adults and retirees, are continuing to catch fire nationwide, according to a new report by Modern Campus. The State of Continuing Education 2024 Report was made in collaboration with The EvoLLLution and UPCEA.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

NYGIL LIKELY

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Likely holds an MBA in human resources and management and a master’s in adult and continuing education administration from the University of Phoenix. Nygil Likely Nygil Likely has been named vice president for people, culture, and equity at Grand Rapids Community College.

article thumbnail

Deborah W. Martinez

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Martinez has extensive experience as a senior association executive, including the development and management of continuing education and professional development programs, as well as regional, national and international conferences and meetings. Title: Executive Director International Ultraviolet Association Deborah W.

article thumbnail

Prioritizing Data Management as a Strategic Asset for Your Institution

Collegis Education Data Management

Now more than ever, data management is critical for higher education institutions. The problem of data without data management It’s not that schools aren’t interested in mining their data. It’s spread across customer relationship management (CRM) systems, learning management systems (LMS) and student information systems.

article thumbnail

Report Finds 100% of Incarcerated Borrowers in Default, Limiting their Access to Pell Grants

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

For a long time, we’ve known that people who are able to access continuing education opportunities while incarcerated have better outcomes when they’re released,” said Saddler. The Department of Education should communicate,” she said. But the consequences extend past the end of a sentence. Castro agreed.

article thumbnail

These 10 schools found their footing creating quality alternative credentials

University Business

Among the first objectives in Kansas State’s 2023 strategic plan is to enroll 5,000 to 7,000 alternative credential-seeking learners by 2030 across continuing education courses, micro-credentials and industry training collaboratives. It took 10 months for the university to implement the system.