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When Nolvia L. Delgado entered #communitycollege as a first-generation Pell recipient, she struggled to navigate the transfer process. Now, as executive director of the Kaplan Educational Foundation (KEF), she sees students facing the same barriers she encountered 17 years ago. Recent research shows nearly half of community college students are unaware of available transfer assistance services, and only one in six who aspire to transfer actually graduate. But alongside the work of KEF, there's hope in innovative programs from organizations like The Aspen Institute and institutions like the Community College of Rhode Island. Delgado highlights the critical factors in helping community college students successfully transfer to four-year institutions in the following thought piece running in EdTrust. https://lnkd.in/gpmfK42j #collegesanduniversities #education #highereducation #highered

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧 Cheers to the Year of the Snake 🐍 — filled with strength, success, and fresh beginnings. Let’s embrace 2025 with joy and optimism! 🎉 #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake #NewYearWishes

We’re proud to partner with Roper St. Francis Healthcare to manage their #education benefits program and help their teammates achieve their career goals through online degrees and certificates. Together, we’re empowering employees to grow by providing flexible, affordable education that fits their lives. Here’s to transforming futures through learning! #workforcedevelopment

Are you a CAO, curriculum leader, or AP coordinator? Join us TODAY (1/29) for a webinar on the future of AP, moderated by Kaplan's SVP of High School, Jason Bedford. Hear from AP experts about why they love being involved in AP, their approach to authorship and instruction, addressing personalization for students, and why they are excited about the future of AP. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3PBpJ11

Over the holidays, our newsletter got a fresh new look! Welcome to Trends & Insights (formerly Bold Learning)—your go-to source for innovative ideas on learning, career growth, and educational excellence. Dive in, explore inspiring content, and share your thoughts. In the latest issue, just out today: For the past few years, Kaplan leaders worldwide have shared insights on #education and workforce trends. Take a look at key developments to watch for in 2025. "There will be a growing need to find new ways to combat the crisis of stress and anxiety amongst students, both to support their wellbeing and to improve retention numbers," predicts Kate Mishcon, director, Kaplan Resilience Programmes, Kaplan International. Meanwhile, James Adonopoulos, Ph.D, academic dean, Kaplan Business School and Kaplan Professional, writes, "Challenging conditions are set to intensify in 2025 as governments in Australia, Canada and the UK continue to enforce stringent measures, further tightening pathways for international students. While this will be a difficult landscape for institutions, it also presents an exciting opportunity to develop truly innovative strategies." And Ebony Lee, chief strategy officer, Kaplan North America, predicts, "In 2025, the rapid adoption of #GenAI tools in #education, such as #AI tutors and automated essay graders, will likely raise serious concerns about the validity and trustworthiness of information. I think this will fuel the rise of 'AI trust brokers' – independent auditors, professionals or certification bodies that verify the accuracy, fairness, and reliability of AI systems used in educational settings." Click the link below for more interesting thoughts about the year ahead. https://lnkd.in/e8pm9k7u #highereducation #highered #collegesanduniversities #artificialintelligence

We're excited to announce that the American Consortium for Equity in Education has named Kaplan a winner in its 2024 Excellence in Equity – Industry Impact Awards, in both the Company of the Year - #HigherEducation and #CareerReadiness and Success Solution – Higher Education categories, specifically for its All Access License. The Industry Impact Awards honor the companies, organizations, leaders, and products whose proven results have advanced educational equity and access for learners. By investing in a Kaplan All Access License, #collegesanduniversities can provide all of their students with access to Kaplan’s industry-leading test prep for admissions exams, licensure, credentialing programs, and workforce readiness programs with zero out of pocket costs for students, helping them reach their career goals. This can potentially save a school’s students hundreds of thousands of dollars, cumulatively. Exams that students can prepare for with Kaplan free-of-cost include the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, NCLEX-RN, USMLE, Uniform Bar Exam and Certified Financial Planner, along with many others. Kaplan North America CEO Gregory Marino said, "Winning these awards is a tremendous honor and testament to Kaplan’s unwavering commitment to advancing educational access, and helps illustrate what our partners know: The Kaplan All Access License is more than a product—it’s a transformative solution that empowers institutions of higher learning to eliminate financial barriers for students, providing them with the tools they need to succeed academically and professionally. We are proud to continue partnering with governments, businesses, and colleges and universities to help create opportunities that change lives and shape futures." As we celebrate this win, we remain grounded in our mission: to always prioritize the success of our students and the needs of our partners! https://lnkd.in/ee8akJAX

We're proud to announce that the College for Financial Planning—a Kaplan Company, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, has become the latest institution of higher learning to join the ranks of the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. The CFFP’s Master of Science in Financial Analysis program has been acknowledged as incorporating at least 70 percent of the #CFA Program curriculum and placing emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct within the program. Of the more than 15,000 business programs in the world, only about 800 are approved by CFA Institute. "We are incredibly excited to join the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. Our Master of Science in Financial Analysis curriculum is designed to develop students' skills for success as financial analysis professionals, and we are proud that our program is recognized for covering at least 70 percent of the Candidate Body of Knowledge defined for CFA Program examinations,” said Dirk Pantone, CPA, CFP® Pantone, president of the College. “Our program not only enables students to earn a master’s degree, but at the same time prepares them to achieve the industry’s most respected financial certifications.” Through participation in this program, CFFP is also eligible to receive a number of CFA Program Student Scholarships each year. https://lnkd.in/e8KF7C2a #financialservices #finance #charteredfinancialanalyst

In the latest issue of Kaplan's Bold Learning newsletter, just out today: As countries across the globe grapple with policy changes affecting #internationalstudents — from visa processing to work permits — #collegesanduniversities face a critical moment. Insightful analysis from Hannah Drover, executive director, Kaplan International Pathways, suggests the current challenges in #Canada mirror those faced by other major destination countries and represent an opportunity for positive change. Also: During the Great Resignation of 2021-2022, millions left their jobs, seeking better pay, flexibility, and fulfillment. While job-hopping has slowed due to a softer market, many employees now feel stuck, leading to the "Great Detachment." Check out this infographic, which illustrates results from a recent Gallup survey on overall job satisfaction and intent to leave. Researchers also offer some ideas on how businesses can reverse this troubling tide. https://lnkd.in/eUPsDAkb #highereducation #highered #internationaleducation #workforcedevelopment

We have some research to share! Kaplan Schweser, which specializes in providing exam prep courses and study materials for financial certifications, has released its 2024 CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Program Survey, exploring the diverse experiences, interests, and viewpoints of charterholders and candidates. Among the survey's findings: - Artificial Intelligence: 82% of respondents say that #ai has impacted their job role in some way. Over two-thirds also believe that AI will add value to their role in the future; however, about one-quarter are unsure of whether AI’s impact will be positive. - Job Satisfaction: 60 percent of respondents were more satisfied with their career trajectories after passing their most recent exam or becoming a charterholder. This was particularly true of charterholders, at 67 percent. - ESG: CFA candidates and charterholders are split when it comes to ESG investing practices, which integrate environmental, social, and governance factors into investment decisions and promote responsible, sustainable growth by evaluating companies’ impacts on people and the planet. While 38% agree that learning about ESG investing practices will make them more effective in their field, 28% disagree, and 34% are neutral on the topic. “The CFA charter remains one of the most important and impactful designations in the investment management industry. As a result of pursuing and earning the CFA charter, professionals are more satisfied with their careers and career trajectories, and are rewarded by their employers with promotions and increased earnings. Likewise, organizations see positive returns from supporting their CFA candidates. Their employees are more satisfied and competent in their job roles, feel valued, and are more committed to their current organization," said Derek Burkett, vice president, Kaplan Schweser. "At Kaplan Schweser, we’re committed as ever to helping candidates build their knowledge and pass their CFA exams, enabling them to achieve their goals.” Check out the press release below for more! https://lnkd.in/gbkEu9dH #charteredfinancialanalyst #cfa #cfaexam #cfaexams #wealthmanagement #investing

In the latest issue of Kaplan's Bold Learning newsletter, just out today: In a world where you can't always believe what you read or hear, partially caused by AI-driven complexities, #education holds the power to get to the truth. Ricard Giner-Sariola, vice president of higher education, Kaplan International Pathways, examines how classrooms can equip students with the critical thinking skills needed to separate fact from fiction and responsibly harness #artificialintelligence. Also: New research by Google Workspace and The Harris Poll reveals how young professionals aspiring to leadership roles are embracing #ai to tackle complex tasks, boost productivity, and grow their careers. https://lnkd.in/eAXX899P #collegesanduniversities #highereducation #highered