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3 Questions for Kelly Heuer, VP of Learning Experience at edX (a 2U Company)

Inside Higher Ed

In our work together, I’ve been impressed with Kelly’s understanding of academic culture paired with her deep expertise in learning science. Kelly graciously agreed to answer my questions about her alternative-academic journey from philosophy to ed tech. Q: Can you help us understand what a VP of learning experience does?

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Can Video Games Provide Meaningful Learning Experiences?

Inside Higher Ed

Develop a healthy skepticism about how popular culture depicts the past while learning how to assess the games’ accuracies and inaccuracies. McCall also notes that many games that are unrealistic in many ways sometimes illustrate realities (for example, about farming or resource extraction and exploitation) that are revealing.

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Nurturing student learning and motivation through the application of cognitive science

Deans for Impact

Then of course, our students are unique, we want to do it in context, we want to iteratively design to make it the best possible program and learning experience for our individual classroom and students. To learn more, visit their website. Want to learn more about the ATTN or our policy framework ?

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Coursera Receives Industry-first Authorized Instructional Platform Designation from the American Council on Education

Coursera blog

Today, I am excited to announce that Coursera is the first online learning platform to receive the Authorized Instructional Platform designation from the American Council of Education (ACEĀ©) for academic integrity, security, and rigor of its learning experience.

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The Role of Higher Education in Supporting High School Students' Pathway to Industry Recognized Credentials

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By introducing students to various career options and credentialing opportunities in middle school, they can make informed decisions about their educational journey. By identifying their strengths and interests, we can tailor their learning experience to enable accelerated learning.

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New Impact Academy cohort represents 25 states, reaches 15,000 teacher-candidates annually

Deans for Impact

United in their shared vision of ensuring all PK-12 students access equitable, rigorous, and affirming learning experiences through well-prepared teachers, our newest cohort of 24 fellows lead educator-preparation institutions and programs spanning across 25 states and DC. McIntyre, Jr. Wilson, Jr. School of Education, St.

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3 Questions for Catherine Breen, Managing Director of Harvardā€™s Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning

Inside Higher Ed

A: The official elevator pitch is that our office creates and catalyzes deeply engaging and scalable learning experiences that make a difference at Harvard and beyond. We have a universitywide committee called the Professional & Lifelong Learning Committee composed of representatives from nondegree programs from across Harvard.

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