Academics
Academic Programs and Initiatives
Choosing to attend college is one of the most significant decisions a person can make in their lifetime. A post secondary certificate or degree leads to jobs, careers, more money and a greater quality of life as well as personal growth, knowledge and skills. One size does not fit all: there are college options to match interest, program of study and institution that’s right for you.
The Academic Affairs Office in the Office of the Commissioner is engaged in initiatives to support and promote best practices in delivering quality education at each of the USHE institutions. Initiatives are highlighted below.
One in every four students now takes at least one course online. But study finds increases aren't necessarily matched by faculty respect or consistent efforts to train professors. Source: Inside Higher Ed
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In an increasingly competitive world economy, Americas economic strength depends upon the education and skills of its workers.
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On May 27, NCES released 'The Condition of Education 2010,' a Congressionally mandated report to the country on education in America today. The report includes 49 indicators in five...
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May 29
Tags: Education, secondary education
Several veterans of international education have started a new membership organization that will seek to help community colleges become more globally focused.
The Center for Global Advancement of Community Colleges...
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May 18
Tags: Community colleges, Global Education
During Workforce Solutions Week 2010, JFFs partners around the country mounted local events that highlighted and promoted efforts to build a highly skilled workforce. For example, in the Philadelphia...
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Apr 20
Tags: JFF, Jobs for the Future, Workforce
The AP (4/5, Gorski) reports, "Politicians and policymakers are lavishing unprecedented attention on community colleges, promoting them as engines to train workers in the recession and boost the...
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Apr 05
Tags: Community College
