Reading Time: < 1 minuteGetting a job: it’s top of mind for most soon-to-be graduates. However, to get that job, students need to enter the workforce with the skills employers want. But how closely are the skills your students have—or think they have—aligned with what employers are really looking for? 73% of employers said it was very or somewhat […]
Students Not Reading Your Syllabus? Try One That’s Accessible
Reading Time: 2 minutesThis post originally appeared on BizCommBuzz. We’ve all had to stifle eye rolls when students ask about a due date or reading assignment, silently thinking IT’S ON THE SYLLABUS! But perhaps our students avoid our course bibles because they have become dated or resemble the small print on contracts or user agreements that nearly everybody skips over. […]
Developing a Personal Brand In and Out of the Classroom
Reading Time: 4 minutesPersonal brand is a buzzword used across industries and accompanied by a variety of definitions. Historically, the term “branding” has been used to describe how companies and products differentiate themselves from their competitors. However, in today’s digital world, personal branding has become a part of our daily lives—helping us showcase our individuality, professionalism, experience and […]
Making the Digital Leap Simple Institution-Wide: Community College Leadership Speak Out
Reading Time: 5 minutesAuthor: Stephen Thomas While the affordability issue in higher education is nothing new, it is often considered a problem exclusive to four-year institutions. According to recent studies however, this is not the case. More than half of all community colleges in the U.S. are reportedly too expensive for low-income students. What’s even more surprising? Nearly three out […]
Career Readiness: What’s Working and What’s Not
Reading Time: 2 minutesIt’s no secret that today’s students are enrolling in college for a simple reason—better jobs. However, instructors have a lot on their plates. Between lesson planning, grading and ensuring students possess the concept mastery to succeed in their classes, career readiness often takes a back seat. However, as technological changes like AI, automation and machine […]
Cramming Works as a Learning Strategy (and What You Should Do About It)
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn recent years, multiple cognitive scientists have published books aimed at translating learning research into practical, validated study strategies for teachers and students that enhance learning. The trend began with Make It Stick[1] and more recently, we have Understanding How We Learn[2] and Powerful Teaching[3]. These books promote more effective study methods in comparison to […]
Beyond Tradition: Understanding the Students in Your Classroom Today
Reading Time: 3 minutesLike stressing over finals, lots of things remain a tradition in college—but your students aren’t one of them. Since 1996, student populations have shifted from the fresh-out-of-high-school, full-time-attendee who celebrates dorm life in their university-branded pullover with zero financial burdens. So why are many institutions still tailored to what’s becoming nontraditional? Labels Hurt Students who […]
Gender Bias: The Class Your Students Didn’t Sign Up For
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhen the topic of gender discrimination arises, most people assume we’re talking about females because, more often than not, we are. Unfortunately, today’s college campuses are anything but immune. According to a recent study, nearly 1 in 3 (31%) have felt discriminated against at their institution.. Additionally, within the college demographic, studies show that the more […]