Reading Time: 2 minutesEach year on April 22, Earth Day invites us to reflect on the beauty, complexity and fragility of our planet. It’s a time to appreciate the natural world, recognize the contributions of the environmental movement and think deeply about how we care for the planet, not just for today but for future generations. One of […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe recently shared three ways faculty are using generative AI (GenAI) to help them handle the more administrative aspects of their roles — gleaned from ongoing research that culminates in our annual Faces of Faculty report. This comprehensive report explores the professional landscape, challenges, and opportunities facing today’s higher education faculty. Over the past few […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesAs an avid user of Cengage’s MindTap online learning platform for over 10 years, I have tried about every feature it has to offer. Through my role as Chair of English and Study Skills, I am constantly tracking student data and implementing new ways to improve performance measures. In recent years, I have relied heavily […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMelissa Reid, Department Chair at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, was concerned that students in her developmental math course were lacking critical support from her previous publisher and online learning platform, resulting in discouragingly low pass rate numbers. She was looking for more personalized support that would hopefully jumpstart her students on the pathway to success in […]
Reading Time: 6 minutesTell us a little bit about yourself and your background (current title, professional milestones, professional history, education, research works, hobbies, etc.) I am a Certified Medical Assistant with 39 years of industry and education experience combined. I worked in a family practice clinic for 10 years, emphasizing patient care while completing clinical and laboratory skills. […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesSince launching the Student Assistant in beta last year, we’ve been working with thousands of faculty and students to train it and bring a personalized learning experience to more students. So, what’s next for this GenAI-powered tool? We’re taking it to the next level. Starting this fall 2025, the Student Assistant will become available to […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhether today’s educators are teaching in-person, online or somewhere in between, their dedication to students has remained stronger than ever, despite rapid changes within the space. And in recent years, we’ve seen advances in technology and an increased emphasis on flexible learning environments reshape the higher ed classroom, resulting in both blended and hybrid learning […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe rapid advancements in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) are reshaping education, offering innovative tools for content creation, adaptive learning, and instructional strategies. GenAI models, such as ChatGPT, assist educators by generating structured lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia content, reducing workload and enhancing efficiency. These tools also support adaptive learning by personalizing content to match students’ […]
