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JULY 8, 2024

The U.S. Department of Education today launched “Designing for Education with Artificial Intelligence: An Essential Guide for Developers,” a resource for education technology (edtech) community members — product leads and their teams of innovators, designers, developers, customer-facing staff, and legal teams — as they work to establish safety, security, and trust while creating artificial intelligence Continue Reading The post New AI Guide Launched for Edtech Developers appeared fir

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 12, 2024

A few days ago, I went to my office to get one of my students a book of great interest. In searching the shelves, I came across Dr. James A. Banks’ An Introduction to Multicultural Education. I had an immediate epiphany: How timely Banks’ book is in these most troubling anti-EDI times (EDI - Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) I must not only continue to proactively teach my students the goals of multicultural education, but I must also remind larger audiences.

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Student Minds

JULY 10, 2024

Laur shares how transitioning from an undiagnosed autistic student to receiving an autism diagnosing helped them thrive in education - Laur Charleston To commemorate Disability Pride Month, I wanted to touch upon my experiences of transitioning from an undiagnosed Autistic Student to a diagnosed Autistic Student within the UK education system. Perhaps its cliché to highlight that I had *always* felt different, I knew that I had my differences and often put my struggles to fit in down to shyness

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Active Minds

JULY 9, 2024

Summer is here, but mental health awareness is a year-round mission! At Active Minds , we’re proud of the impact our traveling exhibit, Send Silence Packing (SSP) , has made this year. Sharing Stories, Sparking Hope SSP uses powerful storytelling to educate young adults about mental health. By showcasing backpacks representing lives lost to suicide, the exhibit reminds viewers they’re not alone.

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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.

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College Aid Services

JULY 12, 2024

The Department of Education has officially published a finalized report that details the approved 2024-25 Campus-Based funding for the Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Program (FSEOG) and Federal Work-Study Program (FWS). This report contains each institution’s name, OPEID, address, state code, and the amount that they will receive for each fund as of June 2024; users… More » Now Available: Notification of Campus-Based Funding for the 2024-25 Award Year The post Now Availab

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 9, 2024

In 2018, Dr. Audrey Jaeger and Dr. Monique B. Colclough hatched an idea — what if they could develop professional learning environments easily accessible for all faculty in North Carolina’s community colleges, and what if that development could move the needle on student success? Dr. Audrey Jaeger, professor of community college education at North Carolina State University and director of the Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research.

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Steve Keating

JULY 11, 2024

So, the first thing I’d like to point out is that the title doesn’t say “why so many leaders fail.” It says “so many people in leadership positions.” Authentic Leaders seldom fail. They, and the people they lead, regularly overcome challenges to accomplish their goals and objectives. Holding down a leadership position in an organizational chart doesn’t make you a leader.

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College Aid Services

JULY 12, 2024

The electronic announcement provides instructions for how institutions should originate summer-only Direct Loans while batch corrections are still unavailable for the 2024-25 academic year. These directions include how eligibility should be evaluated for summer terms and disbursement options for summer-fall loans; it also emphasizes that schools can originate a loan without a valid ISIR, but… More » Summer-Only Direct Loans: How to Process for 2024-25 Without Batch Corrections The post Sum

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 10, 2024

Dr. Christopher B. Davis has been named the 14th president of LeMoyne-Owen College. Dr. Christopher B. Davis “I’m elated, I’m excited, I’m overjoyed about this tremendous opportunity,” said Davis. “I’m looking forward to joining our faculty, our staff, our students, our alum, our trustees, our well-wishers as we continue doing the great work that we have been doing for the past 162 years.

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Patter by Pat Thomson

JULY 8, 2024

How do you start off a journal article – well, let’s say a conventional journal article*? I’ve recently seen the important opening move of a paper described as “ introduce the larger subject, then narrow that larger subject into your topic”, “Write the context for your paper” and “Provide the background to your paper (What have others done, provide evidence supported by a limited number of references) ”.

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Steve Keating

JULY 7, 2024

I often start presentations on leadership by working with the participants to agree on a one word definition of leadership. I ask for their individual one word definition. The responses I get are just what you would expect from up and coming leaders. Motivating is one of the more popular ones. Integrity often pops up as well. Coach is another big one.

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College Aid Services

JULY 11, 2024

Noncitizens are eligible for federal aid through the FAFSA application if they fall within specific classifications—such as permanent resident, conditional entrant, or refugee, etc.—and provide a valid Alien Registration number that is verified by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). While the vast majority pass the initial identity verification, those who don’t undergo a secondary… More » FAFSA Limbo: Why Secondary Noncitizen Verifications Are Delayed The post FAFSA Limbo: Why

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 8, 2024

The National Association of College and University Business Officers is launching its NACUBO Student Success Hub to advance strategic financing for equitable student outcomes. Kara D. Freeman The NACUBO Student Success Hub, a compilation of free toolkits and resources for higher education professionals, is part of efforts to fully integrate student success initiatives with institution-wide finance plans, according to NACUBO President and CEO Kara D.

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Civitas Learning

JULY 9, 2024

Subscribe: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube Music | Full Transcript As higher education leaders experience the widespread success of Appreciative Advising, many are seeking new ways to integrate Appreciative Education into their entire campus. The Office of Appreciative Education at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is spearheading this effort by helping leaders apply the same principles used in Appreciative Inquiry and advising to every level of their institution from the top down.

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HEAG

JULY 12, 2024

Verification is the process of confirming responses in the FAFSA ® with documentation from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS), or other tax agency if the student or family worked/filed a tax return outside the U.S, along with additional information … Read more ».

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College Aid Services

JULY 9, 2024

On July 1st, the Department of Education officially implemented a series of regulations as part of its commitment to providing greater oversight and transparency in Higher Education. Part of this oversight includes greater restrictions on when institutions can withhold a student’s academic transcript if their course credits were paid for using federal dollars and removed… More » Department of Education Limits Academic Transcript Withholdings, Effective July 1st The post Department of

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 10, 2024

Dr. Mary Ann Villarreal has been appointed vice president in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Student Success at the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). She will focus on advancing equity and student success efforts in service to undergraduate populations and academic excellence. Dr. Mary Ann Villarrea “AAC&U won over my scholar and practitioner heart the first time I attended the annual meeting as a graduate student,” said Villarreal.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 12, 2024

Until July 2025, Parent PLUS borrowers can obtain the best income-driven repayment (IDR) plans out there, including the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, if they consolidate their loans twice. This is called the double consolidation loophole. But once that loophole closes, far fewer borrowers with Parent PLUS loans will be able to get… The post Parent PLUS Forgiveness After Double Consolidation Ends: 5 Key Strategies appeared first on Student Loan Planner.

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Knack

JULY 9, 2024

In a recent roundtable discussion on bridging the gap for underprepared students in business education, Dr. Chuck Allen, Associate Vice Dean of Temple University's Fox School of Business, and Dr. Dino Villegas, Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs at Texas Tech University's Rawls College of Business, shared transformative strategies for supporting these students.

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College Aid Services

JULY 10, 2024

Federal Student Aid has provided several tools that institutions can utilize until the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) post-screening and identity verification processes are available later this year for 2024-25. The guide discusses how administrators can request batch Financial Aid History (FAH) reports, confirm Pell Grant eligibility, and perform additional identity verification since the… More » Additional Guidance on NSLDS Post-Screening & Identity Verification for 2024-2

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Earlier this year, a report from the National Student Clearinghouse brought some welcome news following years of declines in college transfer. The data showed that, of the 11.7 million undergraduate students enrolled in college last fall, 1.2 million had transferred within the past three years, a more than 5% gain from the previous year. The findings were rightfully celebrated for showing a rise in learners — including those from middle- and low-income backgrounds — moving from community college

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 11, 2024

If you're on an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan for your student loans, you might benefit from using alternative documentation of your income when it’s time to recertify. IDR plans require you to update your income and family size yearly, usually using your most recent federal income tax return. But life can throw curveballs, and your… The post Alternative Documentation for IDR Repayment: What to Do When Your Tax Return Doesn’t Reflect Your True Income appeared first on Student Lo

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Ed.gov Homeroom

JULY 9, 2024

I love talking to people about their career journeys. While each person’s story is unique, I often find that there’s a pattern in the way they tell them. They usually start with a childhood dream job that first inspired them, followed by their educational history, eventually leading them to their field of study. Many people Continue Reading The post The Career Journey: Who Do You Want to Be?

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Knack

JULY 9, 2024

At Knack, we understand the importance of accessing and analyzing tutoring activity data to enhance academic support services. To facilitate this, partner institutions can now enable the generation and delivery of comprehensive CSV files containing all tutoring activity. This data export feature, accessible via SFTP, allows customers to seamlessly integrate Knack data into any systems they may be using which can automatically load from an SFTP server.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Radford University Class of 2027 Radford University in Virginia has received a $1.2 million grant from the state to support its Pell Grant-eligible and low-income students for four years. The funding will allow for the hiring of four new student support advocates, who will offer dedicated attention and guidance to these students as they pursue their degrees.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 11, 2024

If you're on an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan for your student loans, you might benefit from using alternative documentation of your income when it’s time to recertify. IDR plans require you to update your income and family size yearly, usually using your most recent federal income tax return. But life can throw curveballs, and your… The post Alternative Documentation for IDR Repayment: What to Do When Your Tax Return Doesn’t Reflect Your True Income appeared first on Student Lo

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CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

JULY 7, 2024

As college tuition costs continue to rise, the search for scholarships becomes increasingly crucial for students and their families. Whether you’re a high school student preparing for college or already navigating your way through higher education, the pursuit of scholarships should never be underestimated. Here’s why it’s important to start early and maintain your search throughout your academic journey.

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COE

JULY 9, 2024

Balancing Acts: 2024 Wolanin Intern and Mother of Four Recalls Her Journey to Capitol Hill July 10, 2024 — by Ni”Aisha Banks Thomas R. Wolanin intern, Ni’Aisha Banks on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. I applied for the Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship because of my deep interest in policy issues affecting working families and my desire to gain firsthand experience in the legislative process.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 11, 2024

Most students are stressed or anxious about the upcoming U.S. presidential election, according to a national survey conducted by virtual health and well-being provider, Timely Care. Dr. Jerry Walker In July, the provider conducted an online survey of 1,491 two- and four-year college students to examine their mental health and well-being. The polling found that 65% of respondents expressed feeling stressed or anxious about the election, wherein 63% said they planned to vote and 31% said they were

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

JULY 9, 2024

Serving Size: 1/2 cup | Serves: 16 Ingredients: 2 cups unsweetened cereal (e.g., Cheerios®, Wheat Chex®, Fiber One®,,Cracklin’ Oat Bran®, or All Bran®) 2 cups sweetened cereal (e.g., Honey Nut Cheerios®, Frosted Mini-Wheats®, or Life®) 2 cups small pretzel twists 1 cup dried fruit (raisins, dried cranberries, dried apricots, or dried pineapple) (chopped into small pieces) 1 cup peanuts Directions: Wash hands.

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Ed.gov Homeroom

JULY 11, 2024

By: James Kvaal, U.S. Under Secretary of Education Since the start of the Biden-Harris Administration, over 942,000 public service workers have received the $68 billion in relief they are entitled to under the bipartisan Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Prior to the Biden Administration, only 7,000 people in total had received debt forgiveness through Continue Reading The post Improvements for Borrowers Working Toward PSLF appeared first on ED.gov Blog.

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COE

JULY 12, 2024

The Council for Opportunity in Education Announces Partnership with NACADA to Launch Credentialing Opportunity for Higher Education Professionals July 12, 2024 — by Terrance L. Hamm As more first-generation college students enroll in higher education, this course becomes not just timely but essential, highlighting the growing need for support and guidance in their educational journeys.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 10, 2024

It has been nearly four years since a report revealed that 6.6 million Americans who had attended college but didn’t graduate might have “stranded credits” — academic credits they had earned but could not use at another college because institutions were holding transcripts as collateral over unpaid balances. The report led to an immediate uproar. Some institutions forgave all or part of the debts or released transcripts.

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College Aid Services

JULY 9, 2024

The Biden Administration announced in April 2024 that it would raise the minimum salary threshold for white-collar employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to maintain exempt status from overtime pay. These changes will occur in three stages according to the Department of Labor: the first raised the minimum salary to $43,888 on July… More » Report: How New Overtime Regulations Will Impact Higher Education The post Report: How New Overtime Regulations Will Impact Higher Education

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Civitas Learning

JULY 11, 2024

Once students enroll and begin classes, an institution’s work is far from over. Effective communication, guidance, and resources are foundational to an effective student success strategy. This is particularly important in today’s economic climate, which requires institutions to navigate declines in enrollment and tuition revenue. Every effort matters to keep students enrolled and persisting to graduation.

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Student Loan Planner

JULY 10, 2024

Over a dozen Republican Attorneys General filed two major lawsuits against the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) income-driven repayment (IDR) plan in 2024. Both resulted in initial injunctions from lower courts. These SAVE plan lawsuits could also eventually overturn the entire SAVE plan as it currently exists. For clarity, we’ll call the two lawsuits… The post What Do the SAVE Plan Lawsuits Mean for Borrowers?

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