5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap

5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap

Join eSchool News for the 12 Days of Edtech with 2024’s most-read and most-loved stories. On the 2nd Day of Edtech, our story focuses on critical thinking. Key points: Critical thinking should not be separate from and on top of what teachers are doing in the classroom How to help students build critical success skills 3 lessons…

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Five Findings on How (and Whether) Schools Advise Students

Five Findings on How (and Whether) Schools Advise Students

By Andy Schmitz and Bill DeBaun The most recent nationally representative survey data of school leaders offers a valuable look into how students receive postsecondary advising supports, who provides them, and how (and whether) schools inform their advising with data. The data comes from the RAND Corporation’s American Mathematics Educator Study (AMES), which recently released data from its…

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Looking Back at 2024 in Higher Ed

Looking Back at 2024 in Higher Ed Katherine Knott Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM This year featured high-profile scandals, resignations and protests but also showed the enduring value of colleges and universities. Byline(s) Katherine Knott Jessica Blake Looking Back at 2024 in Higher Ed Katherine Knott Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM This year featured high-profile scandals,…

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Report: Lonely College Students Have Worse Sleep Habits

Report: Lonely College Students Have Worse Sleep Habits Ashley Mowreader Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM A new research study finds a relationship between insomnia, loneliness and time spent using electronic devices, highlighting opportunities to support student wellness. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader Report: Lonely College Students Have Worse Sleep Habits Ashley Mowreader Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM A…

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What 3 Ratings Agencies Project for Higher Ed in 2025

What 3 Ratings Agencies Project for Higher Ed in 2025 Josh Moody Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM Recent reports from Moody’s Ratings, S&P Global and Fitch Ratings—taken together—offer a mixed outlook for the sector, particularly small, cash-strapped institutions. Byline(s) Josh Moody What 3 Ratings Agencies Project for Higher Ed in 2025 Josh Moody Tue, 12/17/2024 –…

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How to Save Your Marcomm Team

How to Save Your Marcomm Team Kylie Kinnaman Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM Addressing burnout among campus communicators is critical to preserving your institution’s mission and message. Byline(s) Katie Neal How to Save Your Marcomm Team Kylie Kinnaman Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM Addressing burnout among campus communicators is critical to preserving your institution’s mission and…

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What Actually Moves the Needle on Student Success?

What Actually Moves the Needle on Student Success? Ashley Mowreader Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00 AM A December report from the Brookings Institute identifies three evidence-based strategies that promote student persistence and completion and future considerations for higher education leaders. Byline(s) Ashley Mowreader What Actually Moves the Needle on Student Success? Ashley Mowreader Tue, 12/17/2024 – 03:00…

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