We hate grading them; they hate writing them. But if we really value meaningful student learning, it's time for academe to put more energy and resources into the project of better writing instruction, argue Martha Schulman and Gwen Hyman.
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February 19, 2016
After Georgetown law issues statement mourning the justice's death, some professors object -- and others balk at the way they shared their objections.
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February 19, 2016
Even the name of this man's speaking tour is inflammatory -- certainly a no-go during prime time -- and students are interrupting his appearances, accusing him of being sexist and promoting rape culture. Meet Milo Yiannopoulos.
February 19, 2016
Public college foundations raise money in part to offset tight state budgets. But Rhode Island's governor is tapping foundation money to pay for state business.
February 19, 2016
Louisiana won't fund its merit-based scholarship program for the rest of this academic year, requiring universities to make up the difference.
February 19, 2016
It's widely known that doctors and health professions students suffer from high rates of depression, but their busy schedules and the stigma surrounding mental health still prevent many from seeking help.
February 19, 2016
Albright College has started two interrelated majors: urban affairs and public health.
ArtCenter College of Design is starting a master's program in graphic design.
Bellingham Technical College is starting a bachelor of applied science in operations management.
February 18, 2016
A college is seeing higher student success levels based on a series of reforms, but should any institution evaluate faculty members in part on the proportion of C grades and above they award?
February 18, 2016
The beleaguered U of Phoenix fires back with new advertising campaign that challenges criticism of the for-profit institution.
February 18, 2016
University is struggling. At home, many are skeptical of President Scott Scarborough's plan to turn it around by expanding its reach.
February 18, 2016
Rival editors raise questions about drug trial research funded and often controlled by manufacturers.
February 18, 2016
The following colleges have announced their commencement speakers for spring 2016:
February 17, 2016
A university in Michigan has great news for the bleary-eyed but hopes at least some of them will still get up early.
February 17, 2016
Measures of student learning, beyond grades, are on the rise, according to results of a new survey. But colleges are less likely to use standardized tests for learning outcomes.
February 17, 2016
Board sends conciliatory email to faculty members at Maryland institution, but they are also receiving messages from some alumni telling them to stop opposing the president.
February 17, 2016
Draft plan provides a first look at the Education Department’s new debt relief process for federal student loans.
February 17, 2016
Study suggests acceptance of online education still lags among high school students.
February 17, 2016
New Gallup-Purdue study finds comparatively high levels of well-being and engagement among college athletes.
February 16, 2016
City Colleges of Chicago Chancellor Cheryl Hyman, who is widely heralded for leading graduation-rate improvements, faces faculty unrest over new tuition rates and program consolidations.
February 16, 2016
Lawmakers are again raising questions about wealthy universities' endowments -- and tossing around ideas to crack down on them.
February 16, 2016
Author discusses his new book on "the changing marketplace" facing colleges and universities.
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