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Education

Artificial Intelligence in Education Needs Design, Not Devotion

Education

Serial Failure Sal Khan Wants to Take Over Higher Education

A 4-Step Framework For Using AI Transparently In Educational Content

EdTech companies should transparently disclose their AI usage to build trust and ensure responsible content creation.

Rethinking Education With AI: Create More Engaging Learning Experiences With AI-Powered Learning Design

AI can enhance learning design by personalizing experiences and improving relevance, but risks of generic content and diminished critical thinking remain.

fromThe Atlantic

This Is What Fully Automated School Looks Like

AI tools are increasingly enabling students to automate their schoolwork, raising concerns about academic integrity.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

The Best Defense Against AI Cheating (opinion)

Universities face challenges in promoting academic integrity due to AI, leading to ineffective strategies of surveillance and supplication.

Artificial Intelligence in Education Needs Design, Not Devotion

AI's impact on education varies based on its integration into the curriculum, influencing both performance and the depth of learning.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Serial Failure Sal Khan Wants to Take Over Higher Education

Sal Khan's claims about AI revolutionizing education have been criticized as exaggerated and misleading.

A 4-Step Framework For Using AI Transparently In Educational Content

EdTech companies should transparently disclose their AI usage to build trust and ensure responsible content creation.

Rethinking Education With AI: Create More Engaging Learning Experiences With AI-Powered Learning Design

AI can enhance learning design by personalizing experiences and improving relevance, but risks of generic content and diminished critical thinking remain.

fromThe Atlantic

This Is What Fully Automated School Looks Like

AI tools are increasingly enabling students to automate their schoolwork, raising concerns about academic integrity.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

The Best Defense Against AI Cheating (opinion)

Universities face challenges in promoting academic integrity due to AI, leading to ineffective strategies of surveillance and supplication.

Blatantly fake news about college sports spreads like wildfire in the absence of player payday details

The transfer portal has sparked chaos in college basketball, leading to misinformation and confusion about player transfers and NIL deals.

Data science

fromTheregister

Bad teacher bots can leave hidden marks on model students

Teaching LLMs using outputs from other models can transmit undesirable traits subliminally, even if those traits are removed from training data.

Claude AI For Instructional Designers: Complete Guide (2026)

Claude AI is a reliable tool for creating structured learning content, focusing on safety and long-form reasoning.

#higher-education

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US news

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows

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In Accreditation Talks, Colleges, Accreditors Have Fewer Votes

The Trump administration's proposed overhaul of college oversight could shift evaluation standards and representation in accreditation discussions.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher Education's Huge Opportunity (column)

Focus on supporting the 43 million Americans who attended college but did not earn a degree, rather than solely on traditional high school graduates.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

We Preach Free Inquiry-but Don't Teach That Way (opinion)

Higher education faces internal threats to free inquiry that must be addressed alongside external pressures from legislation and funding restrictions.

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Higher education

A New Model for the Future of "Inside Higher Ed"

Higher education

What if Colleges Experimented at the Edges?

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US news

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

In Accreditation Talks, Colleges, Accreditors Have Fewer Votes

The Trump administration's proposed overhaul of college oversight could shift evaluation standards and representation in accreditation discussions.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher Education's Huge Opportunity (column)

Focus on supporting the 43 million Americans who attended college but did not earn a degree, rather than solely on traditional high school graduates.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

We Preach Free Inquiry-but Don't Teach That Way (opinion)

Higher education faces internal threats to free inquiry that must be addressed alongside external pressures from legislation and funding restrictions.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher education

A New Model for the Future of "Inside Higher Ed"

Higher education

What if Colleges Experimented at the Edges?

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Why Engagement Is The Missing Piece In Learning Management

Engagement is essential for effective Learning Management Systems, as low participation leads to poor outcomes and limited knowledge retention.

fromComputerWeekly.com

UK government seeks collaborators for AI tutoring tools for schools | Computer Weekly

The UK government seeks EdTech and AI companies to develop tutoring tools for underrepresented students in schools.

New data: Associate degrees, community college on the rise as students ditch traditional 4-year bachelor's

More students are choosing associate degrees over bachelor's degrees, with 18 to 20-year-olds now the largest group of first-time associate degree earners.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

What We Should Teach in a World With AI: Inflection Points

Teaching in the age of AI requires a focus on what students should know and be able to do.

fromMedium

6 months ago

Education

The world doesn't need more courses-It needs better ones

New data: Associate degrees, community college on the rise as students ditch traditional 4-year bachelor's

More students are choosing associate degrees over bachelor's degrees, with 18 to 20-year-olds now the largest group of first-time associate degree earners.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

What We Should Teach in a World With AI: Inflection Points

Teaching in the age of AI requires a focus on what students should know and be able to do.

fromMedium

6 months ago

Education

The world doesn't need more courses-It needs better ones

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Media industry

Inside Higher Ed's Model Is Changing. Our Journalism Is Not.

Inside Higher Ed transitions to a subscription model to ensure long-term sustainability and maintain high-quality journalism in higher education.

#artificial-intelligence

7 hours ago

How AIPowered Learning Tools Are Transforming Employee Training

AI transforms Learning and Development by providing hyper-personalized training experiences that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.

6 days ago

AI In Higher Education: Transforming Operations

AI can significantly enhance administrative efficiency and student engagement in higher education.

Higher education

Why the greatest risk of AI in higher education is the erosion of learning

7 hours ago

How AIPowered Learning Tools Are Transforming Employee Training

AI transforms Learning and Development by providing hyper-personalized training experiences that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.

6 days ago

AI In Higher Education: Transforming Operations

AI can significantly enhance administrative efficiency and student engagement in higher education.

more#artificial-intelligence

Higher education

Why the greatest risk of AI in higher education is the erosion of learning

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Climate Knowledge Linked to Student Stress

Undergraduate students are well-informed about climate change but experience significant stress related to its impacts on their future.

Multiple-Choice Questions: A Strategic Guide For L&D Leaders

Multiple-choice questions are effective assessments that evaluate knowledge by requiring learners to select the correct answer from a list of options.

This CEO Is Creating a New Elite College Degree With Google and Microsoft - And Offering It for Only $10,000

Sal Khan is launching the Khan TED Institute to provide a low-cost, AI-focused Bachelor's degree, aiming for accreditation and total tuition under $10,000.

fromFortune

This CEO has teamed up with Google, Microsoft, and McKinsey to build an AI degree that could rival Harvard-and it will only cost $10,000 to attend | Fortune

Khan TED Institute will offer a low-cost, AI-focused degree to expand access to higher education and align learning with job market needs.

fromEntrepreneur

This CEO Is Creating a New Elite College Degree With Google and Microsoft - And Offering It for Only $10,000

Sal Khan is launching the Khan TED Institute to provide a low-cost, AI-focused Bachelor's degree, aiming for accreditation and total tuition under $10,000.

fromFortune

This CEO has teamed up with Google, Microsoft, and McKinsey to build an AI degree that could rival Harvard-and it will only cost $10,000 to attend | Fortune

Khan TED Institute will offer a low-cost, AI-focused degree to expand access to higher education and align learning with job market needs.

more#khan-ted-institute

#personalized-learning

The future of AI in schools isn't personalized learning

Personalized learning through AI often results in device-mediated instruction, lacking the essential role of teachers in student development.

Personalized Learning: How New Tech Assists With Student-First Awareness

The shift to personalized learning emphasizes student-first awareness, leveraging technology to address individual needs and reduce cognitive overload.

The future of AI in schools isn't personalized learning

Personalized learning through AI often results in device-mediated instruction, lacking the essential role of teachers in student development.

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Personalized Learning: How New Tech Assists With Student-First Awareness

The shift to personalized learning emphasizes student-first awareness, leveraging technology to address individual needs and reduce cognitive overload.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Virtual Fellowships a "Lifeline" for Gazan Academics

Virtual fellowships enable Gazan academics to continue research despite war-related destruction of universities.

Most AI Literacy Programs Are Designed To Fail

Many AI literacy programs focus on tools rather than the application and context needed for effective use.

#ai

Data science

What It Actually Means To Build A Learning System Today

Organizations now build AI-driven platforms to control data retrieval and evaluation, making internal knowledge the core differentiator in learning intelligence.

eLearning Industry's Guest Author Article Showcase [March 2026]

AI enhances learning design but requires ethical oversight and custom frameworks for effective implementation.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

"Epic Disruptions," AI and Higher Ed Work

AI is poised to significantly transform work in higher education.

Data science

What It Actually Means To Build A Learning System Today

Organizations now build AI-driven platforms to control data retrieval and evaluation, making internal knowledge the core differentiator in learning intelligence.

eLearning Industry's Guest Author Article Showcase [March 2026]

AI enhances learning design but requires ethical oversight and custom frameworks for effective implementation.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

"Epic Disruptions," AI and Higher Ed Work

AI is poised to significantly transform work in higher education.

Education experts to Mamdani: why are you foisting AI on our kids? | Fortune

Generative AI should not be used in classrooms due to potential harm to children's education and development.

fromArs Technica

To teach in the time of ChatGPT is to know pain

Generative AI has significantly complicated the role of college instructors, making teaching more challenging and demoralizing.

Education

Why higher education needs to embrace AI

fromFortune

Education experts to Mamdani: why are you foisting AI on our kids? | Fortune

Generative AI should not be used in classrooms due to potential harm to children's education and development.

fromArs Technica

To teach in the time of ChatGPT is to know pain

Generative AI has significantly complicated the role of college instructors, making teaching more challenging and demoralizing.

Education

Why higher education needs to embrace AI

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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

What Do We Teach Now?

Rapid disruption in professional roles and income distribution is imminent due to AI advancements, necessitating a reevaluation of educational approaches.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Rethinking Unpaid Undergraduate Research

Soka University offers paid undergraduate research assistantships, promoting equity and hands-on experience for low-income and first-generation students.

Thought Leader Q&A: Exploring The Future Of Workplace Learning In The Age Of AI With Dimitris Tolis

AI in learning can lead to content mediocrity and hinder meaningful learning experiences.

fromPadailypost

Advanced math advocate jumps into school board race

John Craig is considering a run for the Palo Alto Unified School District board, advocating for Multivariable Calculus in schools.

fromIntelligencer

Hampshire College and the Death of a Boomer Utopia

Hampshire College is closing due to financial struggles and declining enrollment, marking the end of its 56-year history.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Yale President: University Helped Erode Trust in Higher Ed

Yale University acknowledges its role in eroding public trust in higher education and is committed to addressing this issue.

fromeLearning

The Role of AI in Modern Technical Training Programs Across Industries - eLearning

Technical training is essential for applying skills in real work situations, enhanced by AI for better design and delivery.

fromHarvard Gazette

'This is not about Harvard. It is about higher education.' - Harvard Gazette

The partnership between U.S. universities and government is threatened, risking a brain drain similar to post-war Europe.

fromeLearning

Announcing Adobe Captivate 13.1: Bring Your Classic Projects Forward - eLearning

Adobe Captivate 13.1 enhances workflow efficiency by allowing import of legacy projects and introducing interactive features like the Slider widget.

What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.

3-2-1 Launch: A Case for the 'Senior Launch' at Colleges

A 'Senior Launch' program can enhance critical skills and support college seniors in their transition to life after graduation.

One Year Online Master's in Education Programs: 4 Top Options to Consider

Many educators pursue 1 year online master's in education programs to balance teaching responsibilities with further education.

fromPhys

Q&A: Online degrees viewed more positively post-pandemic, research finds

COVID-19 dramatically increased hiring managers' acceptance of online degrees, with some 10 times more likely to hire online degree holders post-pandemic compared to pre-pandemic levels.

fromBusiness Matters

One Year Online Master's in Education Programs: 4 Top Options to Consider

Many educators pursue 1 year online master's in education programs to balance teaching responsibilities with further education.

fromPhys

Q&A: Online degrees viewed more positively post-pandemic, research finds

COVID-19 dramatically increased hiring managers' acceptance of online degrees, with some 10 times more likely to hire online degree holders post-pandemic compared to pre-pandemic levels.

more#online-education

6 days ago

7 Challenges Of Distributed Learning (And How An LMS Solves Them)

LMS platforms are essential for managing and scaling learning across distributed teams effectively.

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STEM Majors Not Only Students Stuck in Transfer Maze

California community college students face complex transfer requirements that can delay their academic progress significantly.

From Completion Rates To Behavioral Change: Rethinking What Learning Success Really Means

Learning programs should prioritize impact and behavioral change over traditional metrics like completion rates and quiz scores.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

What Deans and Department Chairs Must Do Before Fall

Conduct a program audit to assess AI competencies in courses and integrate AI fluency as a graduation standard across all programs.

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AI Forces College Professor to Get Typewriters for Entire Class

Typewriters in class encourage students to engage more with each other and the learning process, contrasting with modern digital distractions.

Real-World Microlearning Examples Of Competency-Based Training For Associations

Competency-based training focuses on specific skills needed for career advancement rather than just course hours, enhancing member value in associations.

Blended Learning For High-Impact Leadership Development In 2026

Blended learning, designed intentionally, creates high-impact leadership development that is scalable and effective in real-world applications.

fromwww.bbc.com

Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row

Nine universities are suing the government over sudden loan repayment demands for students in weekend courses classified as distance learning.

What Is Real Interactivity In eLearning? (And Why Clicks Don't Count)

Real interactivity in learning requires decision-making and consequences, not just reactive actions like clicking or revealing content.

Higher Education Mergers Feel Personal, Because They Are

College mergers disrupt relational systems, affecting roles, identity, and emotional stability beyond just organizational structures.

Information security

The Future Of eLearning: How Cloud-Based Access Control Supports Distributed Campuses

Cloud-based access control systems provide faster, scalable, centralized security and compliance for hybrid eLearning campuses compared to vulnerable, slow-to-update legacy on-site systems.

fromAxios

More students in these majors are switching due to AI: poll

AI significantly influences college students' major choices and job market perceptions.

When eLearning Blogs Stay Busy But Authority Never Appears (And How To Change That)

Building authority in eLearning requires deep, nuanced content that addresses problems from multiple angles over time.

#digital-learning

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.

4 weeks ago

Are We Entering The Era Of Outcome-Driven Learning Platforms?

Outcome-driven learning platforms are emerging as essential for assessing the effectiveness of digital education and improving learner outcomes.

Education

Education In Motion: The Shifting Shapes Of Digital Learning

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.

4 weeks ago

Are We Entering The Era Of Outcome-Driven Learning Platforms?

Outcome-driven learning platforms are emerging as essential for assessing the effectiveness of digital education and improving learner outcomes.

Education

Education In Motion: The Shifting Shapes Of Digital Learning

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Bringing Admissions Into the 21st Century

Innovations in college admissions are necessary to adapt to modern challenges and technologies.

From Curiosity To Commitment: What Truly Motivates Students To Choose Online Courses

A recent study on students' intentions to take online courses highlights that performance expectancy, hedonic motivation, and flexibility are the main reasons why students adopt online learning programs. This finding is like what I have seen in the study of student enrollment trends in higher education. If we want to discover the secret of turning student curiosity into a commitment to completing an academic program, we need to understand the motivations for student course enrollment.

Online learning

fromThe New Yorker

Higher Ed May Never Be the Same

The Trump Administration ruptured the long-standing compact between U.S. universities and government through funding cuts, exploiting widespread public skepticism about elite institutions that had been building for years.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

New Book Points Way Forward for Higher Education

Place-based learning rooted in community and shared purpose offers an alternative to transactional higher education models that have failed multiple generations of students.

Why Learning Strategies Must Evolve Beyond Traditional Boundaries

Organizations must transition from traditional classroom training to flexible, technology-driven learning approaches that accommodate remote work and personalized skill development.

fromeLearning

The Decentralization of Education in the AI Era - eLearning

Education is decentralizing as AI, cloud platforms, and digital ecosystems shift control of content, pacing, credentials, and learner records away from single institutions.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

The Education Industry: Shaping Economies, Skills, And The Future Of Learning

Modern education has evolved into a technology-enabled, flexible, and resilient ecosystem that expands access, aligns learning with workforce needs, and drives societal and economic development.

#higher-education-reform

Higher education

How Should Colleges Meet This Moment? (column)

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher education

Higher education needs to change in order to survive the AI economy

Higher education

How Should Colleges Meet This Moment? (column)

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Higher education

Higher education needs to change in order to survive the AI economy

What Moving A Classroom To An Online Simulation Taught Us About Learning

Online simulations succeed when they embed authentic consequences and timely feedback, rather than relying on replicated in-person explanations and visible real-time signals.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs