Great College Advice
MARCH 1, 2021
College fairs are in full swing around the country. To make sure you have the best strategy for the college fairs you might want to follow these five tips. 1. Research which schools will be attend the college fair. For most college fairs you can find a list of schools that will be attending. It is worth getting a copy of this list. Then going through it to see if there are any colleges that you are considering on the list.
Teaching Matters Academic Support
MARCH 31, 2021
Image Credit: Designed by Joe Arton from original photography by Venessa Keer on Unsplash In this post, the authors talk about their experience as peer mentors for the part-time online Master of Public Health programme; a mutually beneficial experience that inspired reflexivity and a deepening of teaching practices… One of many brilliant features of the part-time online Master of Public Health (MPH ) was the ability to embrace innovative teaching approaches.
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Teaching Matters Online Learning
MARCH 25, 2021
Original artwork by Kelly Zou, MA Illustration student at Edinburgh College of Art In this post, Dr Andy Cross and Kay Douglas reflect on five years of collaborating with the Open Education Resources service to open license resources from their Geoscience Outreach student’s projects. Dr Andy Cross is the Impact Coordinator for the School of GeoSciences, and Kay Douglas is a teacher and mentor on the Geoscience Outreach Course.
Study Aborad Association
MARCH 23, 2021
The COVID-19 crisis has turned our lives upside down. Plans to study abroad have had to be postponed, vacations have had to be put on hold, and career moves have had to be shelved. One of the hardest-hit sectors is the education industry, which has since turned to online learning to keep faculties and students safe from the novel coronavirus. So, here are just some of the ways the pandemic has changed education around the world: Online learning as the new normal.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 18, 2021
Enterprise risk management is a critical part of higher education’s toolkit in preparing for and mitigating disruptions. As mentioned in part 1 of the Enterprise Risk Management in Higher Ed series, these disruptions can be hazards/accidents, societal, governmental, and technology. There are two parts of enterprise risk management—risk planning, which is done by the institution’s administration, and risk oversight, which is done by the institution’s board of trustees.
College Scholarships
MARCH 17, 2021
While the numbers of adults and youth engaged in online degrees has grown steadily over the years as students have come to appreciate its flexible scheduling, the year 2020 proved that taking classes remotely was the ideal way to get an education without getting COVID19. In a May 2020 online article, technology entrepreneur and Forbes magazine contributor Ilker Koksal noted that “Since the COVID-19 outbreak, online learning has become more centric in people’s lives.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 16, 2021
If you’re in the market for a short-term study abroad program this winter , you’re in luck! We’ve got a multitude of inclusive programs for college students who are eager to see the world during their undergraduate careers, but who may not have the time because of their academic trajectory, extracurriculars, or other commitments at their home university during the school year.
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Teaching Matters Online Learning
MARCH 18, 2021
Image Credit: Image designed by Joe Arton. Original Photography Unsplash This week’s episode of the Teaching Matters Podcast features a reading by Cathy Bovill of her October 2020 post ‘Student Positivity and Creativity as a Source of Hope’ Teaching Matters Out Loud , features contributors and members of the Teaching Matters team reading previous posts out loud giving readers an alternative way to enjoy Teaching Matters and catch up on posts they might have missed.
CU Work-Life Balance
MARCH 8, 2021
Who among us hasn’t wished for a few extra hours in the day at some point? Only a genie could grant that kind of wish (and sadly, genies don’t exist). But daylight saving time, which begins on March 14, comes close — it gives you an extra hour of sunlight outside the typical work day. That means you have more time to take a stroll after work, eat dinner outside, or simply soak up some vitamin D-producing sunlight.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 17, 2021
Higher Ed change leadership efforts remain at the forefront as colleges and universities continue to adapt to the “new normal” created by COVID-19. These changes provided numerous lessons and a cultural change that will continue to evolve into the future. Higher Ed change leadership efforts remain at the forefront as colleges and universities continue to adapt to the “new normal” created by COVID-19.
Credo Higher Ed
MARCH 8, 2021
Women's History Month & International Women's Day. We invite you to celebrate Women's History Month and International Women's Day with us by reading, watching, learning, and commemorating the accomplishments, innovations, and achievements of women. Below are some articles, movie lists, events, and resources that celebrate women.
Terminalfour
MARCH 4, 2021
In HigherEd, Tiktok's usage has matured a lot in the last 12 months. We look at the best ways to gain exposure and some great University & College case studies.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 31, 2021
Last Updated on March 31, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. When you make the decision to study abroad with AIFS , it may seem that our application process is intense and that we request a variety of information — from the mundane, such as where do you go to school, what is your major, which classes do you want to take, to the more personal, such as who is your emergency contact, and do you have any allergies or dietary restrictions.
College Scholarships
MARCH 19, 2021
Whether planning to enroll in an college Scholarships program or a traditional, residential degree program, students are frequently and happily surprised by the wide range and often easy availability of college scholarships being offered by businesses, civic groups, churches, public interest organizations, fraternal groups, unions, professional organizations, individuals and families wishing to honor deceased relatives or friends, and colleges and universities themselves.
Regna Consulting
MARCH 17, 2021
By Jeremy C. Fox, Boston Globe Correspondent, Updated March 16, 2021, 9:34 a.m. The Boston University Center for Antiracist Research and The Boston Globe’s opinion staff announced Tuesday that they will launch The Emancipator , a new media platform that takes the name of a 201-year-old antislavery newspaper and seeks to shift the national conversation on racial justice.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 17, 2021
Sweet Briar College is a classic case of saving a college through transformational change management in higher education, as it redefines the purpose of higher education in the 21st century. Sweet Briar College is a classic case of saving a college through transformational change management in higher education, as it redefines its role.
CU Work-Life Balance
MARCH 10, 2021
Health insurance can be overwhelming, but CU has tools and resources to help you make the best coverage decisions for you and your family. So, whether you’re happy with your health plans or you’d like to explore different options, the Basics of CU Health Care and Pretax Savings virtual course walks you through how to choose a medical plan and the essential features of each medical, dental, vision plans.
Terminalfour
MARCH 22, 2021
Reflecting on Canada's success, we take a look at what lessons other countries can learn from Canada when it comes to attracting foreign students.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 26, 2021
Last Updated on March 26, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. Did you know that over 50% of our students receive financial support from AIFS in the form of scholarships and grants? Did you also know this includes the Russel Taylor Foundation Scholarship , which awards up to 50% off of your study abroad program fees? The Russel Taylor Foundation is committed to providing study abroad scholarships for students who have demonstrated academic excellence and who have significant financial need.
College Scholarships
MARCH 18, 2021
There was a time when online college degrees were still regarded as an alternative education. Sure, students completed their assignments and obtained their degrees, but with no in-class attendance and no brick-and-mortar presence, some employers failed to regard an online degree as equal to one obtained from a traditional university program. But as remote learning steadily increased over the years, online degrees began to earn more respect.
Academic Librarian
MARCH 1, 2021
I’ve been mostly absent from the blog since a long illness three years ago, but about a year ago I started doing some scholarly writing again. I’m currently working on a book applying Virtue Ethics and Virtue Epistemology to Information Literacy, potentially entitled Virtue Information Literacy. (Catchy, right?). An article introducing the basic concepts has just come out in Library Philosophy and Practice if anyone’s curious about what I’m writing about these days.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 8, 2021
Enterprise risk management in higher ed is widely ignored, but in the traditional business world, enterprise risk management has become an integral part of the business vocabulary. Living in a VUCA World: We currently live in a VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) environment due to a myriad of factors that cause chaos. These disruptions, some of which can be forecast while others are unforeseen, create short-term or long-term change that can be positive or negative.
Credo Higher Ed
MARCH 25, 2021
Enrollment Leaders Respond.
Terminalfour
MARCH 29, 2021
This week we're giving you our team's round-up of the best solutions out there to bring your campus to their computer
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 24, 2021
Last Updated on November 8, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. For more than 35 years, AIFS and numerous California community colleges have partnered to teach young people from diverse backgrounds to understand the qualities, values and differences of other cultures. In keeping with our vision “We Bring the World Together”, AIFS is proud to offer a $500 grant for students from the Homeboy Industries Academic Program, “Pathways to College.
College Scholarships
MARCH 19, 2021
Making the decision to return to school can be an overwhelming thought for many. If you have never attended college for scholarships and do not know what to expect or how to proceed. There are several factors that can determine the outcome. You might weigh in your current work status, or lack of. Are you interested in furthering your current job, or changing your profession and starting something new?
Teaching Matters Online Learning
MARCH 18, 2021
Original artwork by Kelly Zou, MA Illustration student at Edinburgh College of Art In this post, Stephanie (Charlie) Farley talks with Dr Sarah Ivory about her creation and open licensing of ‘Guidance on studying at university’ videos based on content from her book Becoming a Critical Thinker: for your university studies and beyond with Oxford University Press published in January 2021.
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 3, 2021
The higher ed stimulus package is finding its way through Congress, and it is a bellringer for accountability, affordability, and enrollment challenges that are on the way. While the main issue the college and university presidents and boards face will remain COVID-19 relief for the near future, the Biden Administration is focused on helping higher […] The higher ed stimulus package (higher ed stimulus and COVID relief) moving through Congress with accountability, affordability, and enroll
Credo Higher Ed
MARCH 2, 2021
Enrollment Leaders Respond.
College Scholarships
MARCH 18, 2021
Preparing yourself for college success it does not matter whether you are in an online degree program or if you traditional on-campus classes. If you are a traditional age student recently out of high school or a working adult. It is not even important whether you seek a two-year, four-year, or graduate degree. There are some basic things you can do to raise your GPA and keep it there.
College Scholarships
MARCH 17, 2021
Everyone knows about study groups. They exist in high schools, undergraduate colleges and universities, and in professional and graduate schools around the world. In some places, students together with educators create and organize study groups. Lots of students and former students swear by study groups, crediting them for fueling their academic success.
College Scholarships
MARCH 16, 2021
Few industries have withstood time as strongly as the healthcare industry. In fact, it is a field that has continued to expand, and its growth is expected to continue to thrive for many years to come. By the year 2028, it is projected that the healthcare industry will be responsible for adding upwards of two million new jobs, making it the fastest growing sector of any occupational group.
College Scholarships
MARCH 16, 2021
College Scholarships for Creative Students. If you’re a creative student, a fine arts scholarship is an excellent opportunity for you to receive financial aid for college. Whether you specialize in illustration, painting, dance, sculpture, music, or something else entirely, a fine arts scholarship can open up your world when it comes to pursuing your education in a field you love.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 16, 2021
Last Updated on May 26, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. After this long, strange year, you’re probably ready for a change of scenery and some awesome plans in 2021! AIFS Study Abroad has a variety of program and location options available – and we’re now offering $500 grants to study abroad this summer in select locations! While we don’t like to pick favorites, each student who chooses to study abroad during Summer 2021 in one of these six destinations will save $500*: 1.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 15, 2021
AIFS has offered programs in Prague for nearly 20 years. Recently, this magical city has been growing in popularity as a location for Customized, Faculty-Led programs too. Here are ten ways it is an excellent fit for your next academic adventure with students: 1. Affordability. Prague is well known in Europe for its low cost of living compared to other capital cities.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 15, 2021
Last Updated on March 15, 2021 by Cat Rogliano. In the months leading up to my summer in London , I was eager to immerse myself in the city life and explore my surroundings in a way that I can’t in Kentucky, where I’m from. I pictured myself walking to cafés on the weekends, shopping at markets, and watching performances at the West End. I did all of this while studying abroad, and I’ll forever miss places like Peggy Porschen and Camden Market.
AIFS Abroad
MARCH 12, 2021
Going abroad gives you the chance to have many unforgettable experiences. From the things you’ll learn at your international internship to the people you’ll meet, going to Dublin is a truly life-changing event. One of our former interns in Dublin put together some recommendations for those who are lucky enough to spend a weekend in Ireland. . Here’s the perfect way to spend a weekend traveling in Ireland: A Friday out in Dublin .
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