Storytelling in Higher Education: A Journey Into AI-Crafted Narratives

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Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the ever-evolving landscape of education, the constant search for innovative teaching methods continues to be a driving force. One powerful approach that has stood the test of time is storytelling. Beyond its entertainment value, storytelling has proven to be a highly effective educational tool, engaging learners and facilitating the retention of information. Here, we […]

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Introducing the One and Only Cengage Blog    

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteFor a busy educator, every minute counts. You don’t want to go here, there and everywhere for the content you’re looking for — whether that be updates for the products you use in your course or info on that interesting trend your colleague just told you about.  We get it. And to make your life […]

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Try These Strategies for Building Critical-Thinking Skills

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Reading Time: 3 minutesWe hear all too often that critical-thinking skills are essential for students. But what, specifically, are critical-thinking skills, and how can instructors better help students build them? We’re breaking down what exactly critical-thinking skills are, and offering a few critical-thinking activities to add to your course. What is critical thinking? According to the Paul-Elder Framework, […]

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Teaching to the Job: 3 Ways to Empower Students as the Workforce Pivots

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Reading Time: 4 minutesWorkplaces are increasingly dropping degree requisites for many roles that historically were only available to college graduates. Delta, Dell, IBM, and Bank of America have all removed the college degree requirement for some of their roles. And while many jobs still require the advance education that a college degree provides, there is a growing demand […]

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A Brief History: Black Americans in Higher Education

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Reading Time: 9 minutesBlack History includes success stories of numerous Blacks who have contributed to the progress made in higher education. Several Black academicians can be noted as a respected authority in their discipline advancing the field through research and scholarship. Throughout history, Black Americans have endured a long, tedious journey in achieving educational opportunities. During the period […]

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Affording You More When Choosing Course Materials

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Reading Time: 3 minutesInstructors are experiencing the adverse effects of rising textbook costs. Some students are waiting to buy their textbooks after their courses already start, and some aren’t purchasing them at all. It’s why so many instructors are seeking out affordable alternatives. But as you may know, while price matters, it’s not the only thing to consider […]

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Data Analytics Skill Builders for Introductory Accounting

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Reading Time: 5 minutesData analytics is a cornerstone for decision-making, strategic planning, and target marketing in business. There’s also an ever-growing demand for data analytics in the accounting profession—so much so that it will become part of the updated CPA exam in 2024.  Business students should be exposed to data analytics early, and often, so they develop a […]

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The Pros and Cons of Standards-Based Grading

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Reading Time: 2 minutesStandards-based grading (SBG) has been ingrained in the American education system for over a century. It has been a determining factor in students’ admissions to colleges, law schools, medical schools, and even driver’s licenses. The University of Wisconsin-Superior describes SBG as “a written description of what students are expected to know or be able to […]

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