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Are these new rules the canary in the coal mine for distance learning?

University Business

The post Are these new rules the canary in the coal mine for distance learning? In its preamble to the current distance learning rule, the Department stated that it “does not wish to impede technological innovations at institutions that can help students overcome barriers to access and completion.” appeared first on University Business.

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Report: Multiple Aspects of Higher Ed Can Benefit from AI Use

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The playbook claims that AI can help support and improve three facets of higher education: organizational effectiveness, teaching and learning, and the student experience.

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Report: Florida's Attacks on DEI Risk Harming Higher Ed and Democracy

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

“During the dozens of interviews conducted by the special committee with faculty members across Florida, two sentiments came up frequently: the reality in Florida is ‘Orwellian,’ and Florida is the ‘canary in a coal mine,’” the report noted.

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Interdisciplinary Gamified Teaching of Critical Metals

The Scholarly Teacher

c) Department of Chemistry, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO, 80401, United States. Key Statement: Introducing systems involved in sourcing critical metals needed for technology using bingo and mining flash cards can engage science, geography, and economics classes alike.

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Howard University’s Undergraduate Library to be Renamed in Honor of President Dr. Wayne A. I. Frederick

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

This honor is not solely mine; it is a reflection of the unwavering commitment and tireless efforts of the faculty, staff, students, alumni, and supporters who have made our University a place of distinction.

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The Global Sand Crisis: Examining Causes, Consequences, and Sustainable Alternatives

Clark Nesxen

A multitude of factors contribute to the global sand crisis, from over-reliance on concrete construction to illegal sand mining. Unfortunately, the demand is too large and domestic mining cannot keep up. The Hidden Effects As of writing this, there is no international governing body which regulates sand mining and consumption.

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Endpoint Detection and Response Solutions Spot University Security Threats

EdTech Magazine - Higher Education

When the University of Kentucky was hit by a crypto mining attack in 2020, the school was operating with a “federated” endpoint protection strategy, says Stephen Burr, associate CIO and enterprise CISO at UK. Burr calls the event a “lightbulb…

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