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American Council on Education's newest brief, and second in partnership with the UCLA School of Education and Information Studies, uses insights from the our Diverse Learning Environments Survey (DLE) to examine why students choose to stop out. The DLE gathers student perceptions about the institutional climate, including their experiences with faculty, staff, and peers, as well as their learning outcomes. It focuses on diverse student populations and is grounded in research on varied student bodies and complex issues such as student mobility and intergroup relations. The ACE Briefs Series capture some of the many things your institution can learn from surveys of your students, faculty, and staff. https://lnkd.in/g6G38wct Also check out the first brief in the series, on the sense of belonging: https://lnkd.in/gXPugtzC #evidencebaseddecisions #datastories #highereducation #surveys

When we use data across sectors and agencies, everyone can make more informed decisions. See what Collaborative member DC Office of Education Through Employment Pathways can do with data that links UDC program offerings and degree programs with DC's labor market.

Without the proper training and support, local districts may struggle to use data to inform decisionmaking for their Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, limiting their ability to uncover hidden trends and disparities thereby perpetuating gaps in learner access and outcomes. Learn how the state team for CTE at the Indiana Commission for Higher Education has utilized specific tools to increase data literacy at the state and local levels to help ensure that every learner in the Hoosier State has access to high-quality CTE programs that prepare them for success in the evolving workforce. https://lnkd.in/esG6gHg7

More elite campuses are expanding their financial aid programs "when public resentment of elite institutions has reached a fever pitch and doubts about the value of college are at a historic high," in today's Inside Higher Ed. Our social intelligence research found that almost half (45%) of individuals believe there are significant caveats to deciding whether or not to attend college. We outline four strategies leaders can use to rebuild trust, including leading with transparency. Cost and financial aid were among the most pressing pain points shared in the data. Campuses that clearly communicate cost and value early and in spaces your audiences frequent are more likely to build trust with their audience. Get the rest of our strategies and download the report. https://hubs.li/Q02Zl7rG0

The students who are raising their hands are not necessarily the ones in need of immediate support. The Civitas Learning Student Impact Platform combines academic, behavioral, engagement, and financial student data to provide a complete picture of each student’s journey. This enables advisors to... Read more, https://hubs.la/Q02XmLvM0

Our blog unravels the pivotal role of Student Information Systems in preparing students for success. Join us as we explore the transformative potential in colleges: https://bit.ly/3IB4kBw

What data tools are you going to use to monitor your college readiness goals for the 24/25 school year? Join us for a quick conversation about how UWorld can provide you with the data tools and AP resources that will help you meet your college readiness goals. Choosing UWorld’s Courses for AP means demystifying complex concepts for students, lightening teachers’ loads, and providing administrators with effective success-measuring tools. Assessments and Reporting That Measure Success Unit Assessments Standardized and protected End of Unit tests match AP exams in both format and difficulty. They measure course mastery, AP program effectiveness, and test readiness across a single class or an entire district. Real-Time Data and Robust Reporting Usage and progress monitoring gives administrators insight at the student, class, campus, and district levels. Teachers have the information they need to identify gaps and differentiate instruction. Message me to set up a meeting to further discuss your 24/25 AP program goals.

Looking to deepen your understanding of student needs in today’s tech landscape? Join D2L's Emma Zone, EdD for an engaging discussion with Catherine Shaw from Tyton Partners - Strategy Consulting Partners and Dr. April Belback, D.Ed. from the University of Pittsburgh, as they dive into insights from the 2024 Listening to Learners research. Discover actionable strategies to enhance student success and tech integration.

From rising enrollment trends to students’ financial struggles, Inside Higher Ed’s "25 Stats for 2025" highlights key data points shaping higher education. These insights aim to inform strategies for student success and campus leadership in the year ahead.

I like to think of the national challenge inside of Christensen's theories of innovation. To remain competitive, colleges & universities need to serve the non consumer of post secondary education. Imagine if every 4Y public continuing education department revamped a dozen certification programs that aligned with regional labor market needs? With virtual collaborative convenings it can be done!