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Digital Nexus in Higher Education: Artificial Intelligence Impact on Academic Integrity

Posted on October 22, 2024 (January 13, 2025) by Shakia Riggins

Person using a laptop with several AI icons including a lightbulb with graduation cap

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn recent years, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have led to the development of sophisticated tools that students might misuse to cheat on assignments, exams, or other academic assessments. These generative AI (GenAI) tools can range from plagiarism detection software to automated essay generators or even chatbots designed to provide answers during exams. The connection […]

How to Use New Math Concept Videos in Your WebAssign Course

Posted on October 16, 2024 (October 24, 2024) by John Kennedy

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Reading Time: 3 minutesMath students love video content — it’s engaging, supports a variety of learning styles and helps them visualize complex concepts. With the help of eight passionate instructors, we added 80 new Concept Videos to WebAssign across College Algebra, Developmental Math and Liberal Arts Math courses. The new Concept Videos cover definitions and examples, demonstrating Math […]

Diet & Wellness Plus: Fueling Nutrition Analysis With ESHA/Trustwell

Posted on October 9, 2024 (May 30, 2025) by Olivia Pan

Someone analyzing their diet on their digital devices surrounded by fruits and vegetables

Reading Time: 3 minutesThis post was updated 5/30/2025 We know it can be challenging to keep up with the latest advancements in nutrition education. We also understand just how important these updates are for overall student success in higher ed. That’s why we’re happy to announce that Diet & Wellness Plus is now powered by ESHA/Trustwell , an […]

2024 Faces of Faculty: The Higher Education Instructor Experience

Posted on October 2, 2024 by Olivia Pan

Cover photo of this year's Faces of Faculty report is a smiling woman holding a cellphone.

Reading Time: 2 minutes A year has passed since we last updated you on the various challenges and evolving norms higher ed faculty members were facing. Our 2024 “Faces of Faculty” report circles back on many of the same topics discussed last year, from shifts in student expectations to overall job satisfaction. This year, 1,355 faculty members provided […]

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Higher Ed

Posted on September 25, 2024 (September 25, 2024) by Colleen Zajac

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Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery year, from September 15 to October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month offers an opportunity to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. This year’s celebration is more relevant than ever in higher education — the theme for 2024 is ”Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” Hispanic Heritage Month matters in higher […]

How CCBC Shatters the Barrier to Affordable Access

Posted on September 18, 2024 (September 28, 2024) by John Kennedy

Image of Dr. Roger W. Davis, CCBC President, with the quote: "Readiness is so important in higher education, and that's really what Cengage Unlimited has given us."

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLeaders at Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) saw that with textbooks costing upwards of $1,000 per year, many students were facing a barrier that made showing up for class prepared a challenge. They knew that this issue was impacting their retention and completion rates but hadn’t yet found a solution that would increase affordability […]

Our GenAI-Powered Student Assistant Personalizes Learning

Posted on September 10, 2024 (September 13, 2024) by Colleen Zajac

Cengage Launches GenAI-Powered Student Assistant

Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you haven’t heard, there’s a new assistant in town. We announced the beta launch of our GenAI-powered Student Assistant in August — designed to personalize learning and help students take ownership of their education. You may be asking: How does this work? What about academic integrity? How did you create it, and why now? […]