Inside Higher Ed Jessica Blake October 18, 2024 The Education Department has selected 200 colleges eligible for recognition of their efforts to boost degree completion. But some experts question how it chose the institutions. The Biden administration wants to recognize colleges that help students complete affordable credentials and increase their economic mobility, and it’s starting […]
Read MoreInside Higher Ed John Warner October 18, 2024 Two new books offer cautionary tales about the past and present of AI in education. A recently released Inside Higher Ed survey of campus chief technology officers finds a mix of uncertainty and excitement when it comes to the potential for the influence of generative AI on campus operations. […]
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Fox 17 Adi Guajardo October 17, 2024 The unemployment rate in the U.S. changed little this month, holding at 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But some experts are concerned about the future as job openings outpace the workforce and older generations retire. The latest report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce shows […]
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CATO Institute Andrew Gillen October 17, 2024 A new court injunction is blocking any forgiveness under the forthcoming Higher Education Act forgiveness plan. The latest batch of forgiven loans brings the total to $175 billion for 4.8 million borrowers. Mass student loan forgiveness is terrible policy (see this report for a comprehensive list of reasons), but that […]
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