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Louisiana is one step closer to broadening public records exemptions for its public universities. On Tuesday, the Louisiana Senate voted 36 to 2 to advance Senate Bill 289, which would shield universities from having to disclose application materials for top jobs, the names of donors and some research materials.  Supporters of the legislation, which now heads to the Louisiana House, say it’s designed in part to protect prospective applicants for executive positions at universities—including but not limited to presidents, chancellors, senior vice chancellors and athletic coaches—by keeping private all application records until finalists are named. However, the exemption continues for…

Kurt Miceli, RCPolitics Some accreditors that oversee health-focused colleges quickly responded by dropping their requirements on DEI. But a year later, others continue to prioritize…

Different Scenarios In L&D All Instructional Designers Should Know Different scenarios play a critical role in L&D, HR, and corporate training. At their core, scenarios are structured situations that replicate real-life challenges learners may face in their work or studies. A scenario example could be a customer service interaction, an ethical decision-making dilemma, or a safety compliance situation. By placing learners in these contexts, organizations create opportunities for scenario-based learning that promotes active engagement and critical thinking. Using real-world scenarios allows employees and students to practice decision-making in safe, controlled environments. This enhances retention and helps learners apply knowledge in…

A baby is sleeping under a camera that monitors her breathing. A toddler is asking Alexa to play a song. A 5-year-old is sounding out words through a tablet app that adjusts to her pace. A 7-year-old’s YouTube queue is curated by an algorithm based on his preferences. AI is not arriving in the lives of young children. It is already there. The assumption that AI primarily affects older children is wrong. For the youngest children, the consequences may be especially impactful—and the least visible. The early years—from birth to 8 years—are critical as they set the foundation for life.…

Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Math and executive functioning skills strengthen one another and should be taught simultaneously, according to a five-year research effort commissioned by EF+Math, a program of the nonprofit Advanced Education Research and Development Fund, and carried out by the ETS Research Institute. Survey data from the research shows 88% of teachers are “very” or “moderately” interested in professional development for improving students’ executive functioning skills to improve their ability to learn challenging math concepts. The survey data in the report shows…

On Personalized Learning And Student-First Awareness For generations, the traditional classroom operated on a factory model: a one-size-fits-all approach where the educator stood at the front of the room, broadcasting information at a standardized pace. If a student absorbed the lesson, they moved forward. If they didn’t, they were often left scrambling to catch up. Today, the educational landscape is experiencing a profound shift. We are moving away from standard-issue teaching and embracing a “student-first” awareness. At the heart of this transformation isn’t just a change in teaching philosophy, but the rapid integration of new technologies. Artificial Intelligence, adaptive learning…

Like many college students, Nasaiah Algarin and his peers want to gain experience through internships but are often drawn to work at nonprofit organizations that don’t always have funding to pay interns. As a result, the third-year public relations and strategic communication student at American University said many of his peers struggle to sustain an internship while covering costs like housing near their work. “One of my biggest worries was, ‘How am I going to afford this internship? How am I going to afford rent if it doesn’t pay enough to live in the city?’” said Algarin, a first-generation student.…

Get stories like this delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for The 74 Newsletter The country is in the midst of an extraordinary literacy crisis. Today, 70% of kids who are graduating aren’t reading proficiently. Let that sink in for a moment. This isn’t a small group of kids; it’s the majority.  Experts have raised a variety of factors contributing to this reality: learning loss due to the pandemic, increased screen time, the dissolution of long-form reading and teacher burnout. While each of these points are critical, there’s an even deeper, more fundamental issue facing students that a flurry…

Utah State’s athletics department reported a total debt of $44.5 million. raclro/iStock/Getty Images Plus The Utah Board of Higher Education struck down a plan from Utah State University to increase student fees in order to support its athletics program, The Salt Lake Tribune reported Tuesday. The university had hoped to raise the annual student athletics fee to $290. The institution’s president, Brad Mortenson, said the increase was needed to support the athletics department due to revenue sharing with athletes and the institution’s upcoming move to the Pac-12 Conference, though he added that the fee could be lowered next year. The institution,…

Overview of associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and professional degrees—definitions, common titles, typical length/credits, example jobs, and .edu sources. [Updated] Associate Degree (≈2 years; ~60 semester credits) Definition: Two-year undergraduate degree offering general education and/or applied career preparation. Popular titles: AA, AS, AAS Example jobs: Dental hygienist, radiologic technologist, paralegal, network support specialist Sources: University of Washington · Portland Community College Bachelor’s Degree (≈4 years; ~120 semester credits) Definition: Four-year undergraduate degree combining general education and a major field of study. Popular titles: BA, BS, BFA, BBA, BSN Example jobs: K–12 teacher* , accountant, software developer, civil/mechanical engineer, RN (BSN) Sources:…