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The Rise of Accredited Distance Learning Programs: A Comprehensive Overview The Rise of Accredited Distance Learning Programs: A Comprehensive Overview In recent years, the educational landscape has undergone significant transformations, largely driven by advancements in technology and the changing needs of learners. Among the most noteworthy developments is the rise of accredited distance learning programs, which have emerged as a viable alternative to traditional classroom-based education. This overview delves into the key factors contributing to the growth of these programs, their benefits, challenges, and the future of remote education. Changing Demographics and L... > Readmore https://lnkd.in/ecv5quqV

Discover how Panopto can help meet students where they are with video learning! In light of the changing demographics and preferences of college students seeking flexibility and personalized learning experiences, higher education leaders must transform learning environments. Explore "Meeting Students Where They Are" to delve deeper into this important discussion: https://bit.ly/3VcqDVk

Private schools in the #UK educate ~7% of all British school-age children. While not a huge share, it has remained consistently in this range for over 2 decades. It is also significant from the perspective that they hold a disproportionate share in top universities – ~40% of Oxbridge admissions are made up of #privateschool students. Already faced with rising operational costs and increasing financial pressure, the introduction of 20% VAT on #schoolfee from 2025 may put some of the smaller ones at risk, potentially leading to closures or mergers. With shifting #demographics and changes in family structure, there is a growing need to leverage targeted #data and #insights to define audience personas and personalize #marketing. Benori is a bespoke research and analytics firm, specializing in desk research as well as primary research (#qualitative and #quantitative). We work extensively in the education sector, supporting client in understanding target #personas and quantifying #marketopportunity, assessing #userperception and #testingmessaging. Reach out to us at info@benoriknowledge.com or suchi.gupta@benoriknowledge.com to discuss how we can answer your specific questions. https://lnkd.in/dszx9vpB

"Other work suggests that relationships between pupil demographics and retention are “largely spurious” and that pupil demographics may instead serve as a proxy for school working conditions". The new report from think tank the Education Policy Institute attempts to unravel the complexities of what features make a school group effective, including the statement above. Its revampled online tool measure 4 metrics (pupil inclusion, pupil attainment & progress, workforce sustainability, financial management) to understand what features work best across different school groups. Their report has many caveats, including that no one school group 'structure' eg. MAT, diocese, local authority is 'best', but there are insights for all, and recommendations for further "trust quality descriptors" to improve best practice across all school groups. Full report here, and worth a read: https://lnkd.in/eSj7HbAX #schoolleadership #SAfE #schoolsallexcel #inclusion #attainment #educationalpolicy #newpolicy #onlinetool #MATs, #localauthority #schoolimprovement #governance

Higher education landscapes are evolving rapidly to meet changing learning trends and student demographics while staying relevant to the workforce. Program directors face the challenge of sustaining programs with quality education. Join us on Thursday, June 20 from 1-2 PM ET for a webinar with leaders in higher education. Discover how they equip students with in-demand skills for the job market. Learn from their experiences using AAPC to enhance student success through a multi-disciplinary approach. Gain insights on: - Models to attract adult learners - Best practices in program design for student success - Techniques for student engagement in developing career competencies Save your spot at the webinar:

Please read this important report. When we listen directly to youth we learn so much!

Do private schools really provide a better education? our research —just published in the Annals of Regional Science— suggests that the perceived advantage of private schools is not due to better quality teaching but rather the socio-economic backgrounds of the students they enrol. When accounting for factors like school composition and student demographics, private schools show no significant educational edge over public schools. Our research challenges long-standing assumptions about private school superiority, highlighting the need to address inequality within our educational systems. #Education #Inequality #PISA #PrivateSchoolMyth #SchoolSegregation #EqualOpportunities https://lnkd.in/dj2ez5Bk

✨ Digital Navigation Program Spotlight We are thrilled to share the incredible impact of our Digital Navigation program, reaching students across 103 schools in 30 school districts! 📚 Thanks to this year’s digital equity grant, we are bridging the digital divide, ensuring that all students have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. Together, we are making a difference! 🌟 📊 Monthly Impact: - Average Students Served: 2,221 - Demographic breakdown: Racial demographics: 68% BIPOC students 29% White 3% Other/Unknown - Gender demographics: 56% Female 42% Male 2% non-binary - Free and Reduced-Price Lunch: 78% - English Language Learners: 22% 🌐 Addressing Digital Equity: Our efforts span diverse communities: - Urban schools: 20% - Suburban schools: 49% - Rural schools: 31%

✨ Revolutionary new technologies, evolving student demographics, and shifting public perceptions. From April 18, 2024, to April 20, 2024, several issues were debated. My project "Building Virtual Cities, Training Real Skills: Cities XXL in E-Learning" was presented there, thanks to Sol Villasis, Gabriela Romo Lalama and authorities of Universidad de Las Américas (EC). ✨ "Today's colleges and universities face unprecedented changes, making a focus on the bigger picture more crucial than ever" #WSCUCARC2024  #TheBigPicture The dimension of the challenge is not only in the already complex world of academia but also touches on the employment dimension and, of course, everything to do with social justice and welfare. ✨ I would like to draw your attention to the challenges of the educational model. I am deliberately taking my interest in technology and going back to the basic question: Learning for what? ✨ To "answer", I would like to go back to Paulo Freire: "It is necessary to develop a pedagogy of the question. We are always hearing a pedagogy of the answer. Teachers answer questions that students have not asked".  In short, it is an invitation to construct our own questions; there is part of the answer. We continue to build, deconstruct and rebuild ourselves.  #innovacion #innovation #innovacionUDLA #teaching #learning Thanks team: Luis Antonio Vaca Hinojosa, JAIME G. ALBUJA M., Micaela Egas López, Carlos Larco Araujo, Doménica Belén Córdova Núñez. Universidad de Las Américas (EC) Because the world needs people who love what they do! 💕

Data is a vital resource for higher education institutions, especially amid changes regarding student demographics, enrollment, and connectivity. Register for our webinar series with EDUCAUSE on enabling and powering data-driven decisions. #HigherEd #StudentSuccess https://hubs.la/Q02VHfvF0