Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The great-grandson of Reverend Charles Allen Stillman the founder of Stillman Collegeahistorically Black institution in Alabama founded in 1876, has made a $2 million donation to the college. Dr. Charles M. Stillman, and his wife Susan, made the gift to support scholarships, faculty development, academic programs, and campus improvements. The endowments growth will help Stillman College maintain its competitive edge and expand opportunities for students to thrive academically and professionall

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Knack

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Peer tutoring has long been recognized as a valuable tool for academic success, but its benefits extend far beyond the classroom. One of the most significant yet often overlooked impacts of peer tutoring is its ability to foster a profound sense of belonging among students. By connecting individuals in meaningful ways, peer tutoring programs can transform academic environments into inclusive communities where everyone feels valued and supported.

Tutoring

Ed.gov Homeroom

DECEMBER 19, 2024

By: Mireya Garcia, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education All students deserve to grow up in communities that foster their success through strong family and community support systems to prepare them for academic success in college, career and beyond. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Education awarded $6.9 million to 7 grantees across 6 states Continue Reading The post Education Awards nearly $7 million for Promise Neighborhoods grants appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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Tutor Zone

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It is vital for our schools to be well funded in order to bring stability to our society. However, over the course of several years, people have come to the conclusion that schools are massively underfunded. To combat this issue, the California Department of Education launched the Expanded Learning Opportunities… The post ELOP and CA Extension of Funds: Impact and Update on Education appeared first on Tutor Zone.

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Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

Teaching

College Aid Services

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Federal Student Aid has officially removed enrolled services to Student Aid Internet Gateway (SAIG) accounts that were not actively confirmed prior to the December 10 deadline by the institution’s Primary Destination Point Administrator (Primary DPA). This means that organizations who have not renewed their accounts will be denied access to TG numbers (SAIG mailboxes) with… Read More » Missed the Deadline to Validate RG/FT Numbers?

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Steve Keating

DECEMBER 19, 2024

There are so many negative things about comparing ourselves to others that I dont even know where to begin. I can, however, tell you this: the happiest and most successful people only compare themselves to one person. They compare themselves to the person they were yesterday. They focus on becoming a better version of themselves each day. They understand others will have skills they dont.

Success

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 19, 2024

No one feels like confirming nor denying how affirmative actions death is destroying a sense of inclusion in higher ed. Emil Guillermo But make no mistake, the destruction is under way. Harvard College sent out letters to its early admits, but hasnt disclosed what the demographics are yet for this year. Waiting until all the admits are sent out in the Spring buys them time to make excuses.

Inclusion