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Embedding Learning Styles and Neurodiversity to Educate the Workforce of Today and Tomorrow

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Learning style instruments help students and faculty consider the depth of learning and teaching opportunities (Kolb & Kolb, 2005). Implications for practice, research, and policy toward the future of education highlight the importance of connecting academics to workforce development (Jocson, 2018). Likewise, Lambeth et al.

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A Continued Commitment to Community

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Created in 2005 by Excelencia in Education, Examples of Excelencia is a national initiative that recognizes institutions and nonprofit organizations that identify, aggregate, and promote evidence-based practices that improve Latinx student access in higher education. We are an affordable institution. Also, it’s the environment.

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Embedding Learning Styles and Neurodiversity to Educate the Workforce of Today and Tomorrow

Faculty Focus

Learning style instruments help students and faculty consider the depth of learning and teaching opportunities (Kolb & Kolb, 2005). Implications for practice, research, and policy toward the future of education highlight the importance of connecting academics to workforce development (Jocson, 2018). Likewise, Lambeth et al.

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Highlights from Higher Ed: Data-Based Decisions, High Salary Expectations, Hispanic Enrollment, and Cyber Attacks

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Enrollment and admissions top the data-improvement wish list Just 29% of higher ed leaders say their institutions use data to guide decisions about business, financial, and operational decisions whereas 43% rely on a combination of data, “hunches, and educated guesses.” million in 2005 to 2.4

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Probing the Value of Online Student-Student Interaction

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Students don’t typically love exams, but exams remain a mainstay in the educational arena; however, keep in mind that online courses aren’t required to have exams. In 2005, Marks, Sibley, and Arbaugh published a study to evaluate the impacts of all three forms of course interaction through a student survey. link] Marks, R.

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Probing the Value of Online Student-Student Interaction

Faculty Focus

Students don’t typically love exams, but exams remain a mainstay in the educational arena; however, keep in mind that online courses aren’t required to have exams. In 2005, Marks, Sibley, and Arbaugh published a study to evaluate the impacts of all three forms of course interaction through a student survey. link] Marks, R.

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Building Community, Collaborative, and Cognitive Classroom Culture 

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These components are necessary to create a thriving educational environment encouraging learners’ growth and accomplishments. By acknowledging the impact of culture on community dynamics, collaborative efforts, and cognitive processes, educators can establish a more inclusive and effective learning environment. link] Golden, B.