Higher Ed: Page 14
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McAuliffe names former Va. first lady Holton education secretary
The state's new education chief describes herself as a product of its public schools.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2014 -
Instructors beware: Dangers lurk in Facebook oversharing
That funny error might not be so funny if a student sees the post.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 13, 2013 -
Yale tragedy and D.C. startups: This week's most read education news
Get caught up on Sebastian Thrun's vision of a single-weekend degree and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 6, 2013 -
College professors designing edX lessons for AP courses
Tricky concepts in calculus, physics and macroeconomics will be covered by Davidson College instructors.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 5, 2013 -
Madison not experiencing same teacher education declines as other UW schools
Some blame overall enrollment declines in teacher education programs on the Wisconsin's political atmosphere.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Could the iPad lose the education market in 2014?
The iPad is seeing increasing competition as questions abound about the cost and success of tablet programs.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 4, 2013 -
LinkedIn looks to provide connections for college admissions
With lowered age limits and university pages, students and admissions officials could find links.
By Daniel Shumski • Dec. 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
11 ed tech startups looking to make an impact in D.C.
From publishers to social networks, ed tech startups are booming in the nation's capital.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 3, 2013 -
MOOCs and failed startups: The week's most read education news
Miss the news about the University of Michigan's plan to downsize without layoffs? Get caught up here!
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
5 failed education startups you should study
Education startups are booming, but the road to success is paved with many a cautionary tale.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 20, 2013 -
Tweeting presidents and stock stumbles: The week's most read education news
Miss any of the week's top education posts? Don't worry. We've got you covered.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2013 -
Philadelphia looks to cash in on old school buildings
Drexel and Temple universities are considering buying properties near their campuses.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 13, 2013 -
Kno acquired by Intel for pennies on the dollar
The ed tech startup failed to gain traction when it shifted from its tablet to an app-based e-textbook solution.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 12, 2013 -
Clickers, MOOCs and LEGO: This week's most-read education news
Get caught up on the public response to Obama's college plan and more with this week's top posts.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 8, 2013 -
Does the college application process need an upgrade?
The developer of an application platform says the process is mired in the past.
By Daniel Shumski • Nov. 7, 2013 -
Deep DiveData security: 8 companies that want schools to embrace the cloud
Who can you trust to keep your school's information safe?
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 5, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Clicker tech: 5 companies championing active learning
Solutions allowing students to use their own devices are taking over the market.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Adaptive learning and new books: This week's most read education news
Read on to find out what educators need to know about OSX Mavericks and more.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 1, 2013 -
Deep Dive
9 new books educators need to know about
From online learning to the Common Core standards, there's something new for educators at all levels on bookshelves in coming months.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 25, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Apple's new iPads: What they mean for education
The updated iPad brings slimmer, speedier new models — and lower-cost older models.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 22, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Infographic: Why librarians are crucial in the digital age [Educause 2013]
A new infographic from Jones eGlobal Library highlights the importance of librarians in helping students hone their research skills.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 16, 2013 -
Supreme Court hears case on race-based admissions
The court appears inclined to uphold a Michigan ballot measure banning race as a factor.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 16, 2013 -
Duncan: U.S. in a 'real state of crisis' with skills
The education secretary says the opportunity gap is continuing to compromise U.S. education.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 8, 2013 -
Student data company facing privacy backlash
A nonprofit wants to give educators more tools to view student data, but privacy advocates worry it's too much.
By Daniel Shumski • Oct. 7, 2013 -
L.A. iPads and Hollywood administrators: The week's most read education news
The government may have shut down, but education rolls on.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 4, 2013
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