Social Justice Is Not a Bad Word

Cover of "Policing in the U.S.: Past, Present and Future"

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe textbook “Policing in the U.S. Past, Present, and Future” takes a fresh look at contemporary policing issues. The book examines police topics while adding perspective and context and expanding the typical sound-bite explanations of interactions between the police and the community. Written from a social justice perspective, this book addresses controversial issues in policing […]

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Learning Science in Cengage Learning Design 

An instructor points up while teaching a group of students

Reading Time: 4 minutesAfter we published our last posts about learning design, instructors asked us – what’s the difference between learning science and learning design? Learning science is the study of how people learn and draws from many disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, education and pedagogy, computer science, data analysis and statistics, and more. Learning design is the […]

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Breaking Down the Myth of Summer Vacation for Instructors

Man stands and works on laptop at the beach while sipping iced coffee

Reading Time: 4 minutesIt’s a familiar beat in adventure stories. Weary travelers, trudging through the desert, believe they’ve spotted an oasis, where they can rest, hydrate and regroup. However, it isn’t real. Rather, it’s a trick of the light, also known as a mirage. Much like that optical phenomenon, many look to summer and think they’ve spotted a […]

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How to Choose the Best Psychology Textbook for Your Course

Image of a student reading a Psychology textbook while sitting on a set of stairs outdoors.

Reading Time: 4 minutesWhether you’re teaching Psychology for the first time or looking to replace the outdated textbook you’ve been using for years, choosing a title for your course is a big decision — and one that will have a significant impact on your students’ learning outcomes. Ultimately, the best Psychology textbook for you depends on the specific […]

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Meet the Authors of Two New Cengage First Editions

Covers of first editions, Macroeconomics and Fundamentals of Chemistry for Today

Reading Time: 3 minutesAt Cengage, we have a proud history of working with authors who provide high-quality, relevant and innovative content tailored to today’s learners. Our authors lead the way in educational innovation, combining cutting-edge research with diverse experiences from institutions of all types. We’re excited to support this new wave of authors, who are bringing fresh perspectives […]

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Career Talk: What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?

Career Talk Series, Caleb J., Senior Operations Specialist

Reading Time: 4 minutesThis is the first of our Career Talk Series, which invites faculty, former Cengage student ambassadors and Cengage employees to share their unique journeys into their current roles, highlighting the motivations and inspirations that guided them. Each talk delves into the unexpected twists and turns that shaped their paths, offering valuable insights and lessons for […]

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2024 Graduate Employability Report: Are Grads Prepared for GenAI in the Workplace? 

Contents of the Cengage Group 2024 Graduate Employability Report

Reading Time: < 1 minuteEven with a strong job market and a high demand for skilled workers, employers are still having a tough time finding and keeping the right employees to meet their changing business needs. Our 2024 Graduate Employability Report surveyed 1,000 U.S. employers and 974 recent graduates to shed light on this issue, highlighting how graduates’ perceptions […]

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5 Work Ready Skills Every Graduate Will Need

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThis post is a modified version of an article that originally appeared on the Cengage EMEA “Unstoppable Minds Blog.”  From my years as an undergraduate to working while studying for my master’s degree, combining study with full-time employment has undoubtedly been a challenge. During this period, I have seen many candidates for job roles from […]

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