Sat.Jul 02, 2022 - Fri.Jul 08, 2022

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Flexible Learning requires portfolio-centred course design.

Dr. Simon Paul Atkinson

ePortfolios, and indeed their analogue counterparts, allow learners to make selections of educational evidence, bring them together so that the learner self-manages their reflections, progress and learning journey. They can also be used as tools for storing and sharing assessment, academic records and certifications. I recently had a discussion with a colleague who advocated LinkedIn as a portfolio platform for vocational tertiary learners.

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Faces of PUC: Adam ParkerĀ 

PUC

Adam Parker comes to us from our town of Angwin. He is majoring in Emergency Management Paramedic, which is a great fit since it combines his love for helping people and wanting to make a difference. Adam loves being a part of the Pioneers family because of the effort to make sure students have a […].

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Equitable STEM Transfer Pathways with Dr. Xueli Wang

Dr. Al Solano

LISTEN TO THE EPISODE: Learn about the challenges and opportunities of improving equitable outcomes for STEM transfer students. In this episode, I interview Dr. Xueli Wang , Professor of Higher Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison. (Scroll down to access the transcript.). We discuss the following topics: 6:42:25: The "Why": Impetus for writing the book, On My Own: The Challenge and Promise of Building Equitable STEM Transfer Pathways. 11:34:00: The research process and general themes: No c

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Are you ready for WCAG 2.2? What you need to know about accessibility in 2022

Terminalfour

WCAG 2.2 guidelines will soon be published. This week, we break down what you need to know about the upcoming changes to accessibility standards for higher education in 2022.

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New fertility benefit available to faculty, staff

CU Work-Life Balance

CU Health Plans have added fertility coverage to Anthem-administered plans (Extended, Exclusive, High Deductible and Medicare) for the 2022-23 plan year. This new benefit, administered by WINFertility , provides certain treatments for families trying to conceive who have a medical need for fertility care. Eligibility and coverage. The family-building benefit is available to employees and their covered dependents (spouses or partners, dependent children) with prior authorization ā€” a diagnosis of

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Benefits of Higher EducationĀ at PUC

PUC

There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a college. Financial aid, majors available, and location are just some aspects to think about. At PUC, we know how Adventist higher education is even more important. We want to make sure you invest your time, energy, and money into the best education you can […].

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Why Executive Coaching Works in Higher Education

Edu Alliance Journal

ā€œWhen a leader gets better, everyone wins!ā€. July 5, 2022 by Dr. Candace Goodwin – Although every industry has undergone significant changes over the past several years, higher education has been impacted more profoundly. When the pandemic hit, traditional colleges and universities were abruptly forced to adapt their mindset and move toward thinking differently, scrambling to transform standard brick-and-mortar programs into online or hybrid delivery modalities.

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Six PUC Programs You Should Know AboutĀ 

PUC

We know how difficult it can be to choose a major- which is why Pacific Union College has over 70 degrees and programs, ranging from pre-medical professions to visual arts, for students to choose from. As you or your student begin researching programs, here are six departments at PUC you should know about. Nursing & […].

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