Inside Higher Ed

MARCH 22, 2023

” in a 2023 Primary Research Group survey of instructors on views and use of the AI writing tools. Though many are at work updating their understanding of AI tools like ChatGPT, few have developed guidelines for its use. A few other responses of note were “It’s a little scary,” “Desperately interested!”

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IHEP

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Insights from IHEP’s Community of Practice to Policy to Increase Degree Completion By Janiel Santos Higher education can be a pathway to economic security and social mobility – but only if a student earns a degree. Over 40 million Americans have earned some college credits but stopped short of receiving a credential.

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HEPI

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This blog, by HEPI Director of Policy and Advocacy Rose Stephenson, is an adapted version of a speech delivered in January 2024. I’m speaking this morning about developing robust safeguarding policies to enhance the student experience. I’m going to talk about several different safeguarding policies today.

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UW Presidential Blog

MAY 17, 2024

It reiterates that the University will follow its policies for the management of its endowment, which includes a clear process for when and how we consider divestment , and commit to transparency regarding investments and certain funding sources. It is consistent with our University’s values, shared governance, and state and federal law.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 22, 2024

But there are ways to change the pervasive narrative that can help shape policies that promote a healthier working life and wealth-earning potentials for these professionals. It’s a story that can be told in every sector, from policy making, to economic study, to education. They’re not the only ones.

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WCET Frontiers

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Over the last several months, WCET has been researching and developing resources on Artificial Intelligence and the use of Generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT in higher education digital learning. Fortunately, our exploration using a new AI “detector tool” led us to valuable direction rather quickly.

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University Business

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The same proportion of respondents reported using a generative AI tool for their work, and another 13% anticipate using it in the near future. With eight out of 10 respondents embracing its use, AI is proving to be a dynamic tool with deep implications outside the academic sphere. “I

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Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2024

The template features an intuitive layout and essential components such as a syllabus, clear assignment guidelines, feedback and grading policies, detailed discussion forums, and links to student support services. These efforts culminated a meticulously designed course template that is the backbone of the program’s online offerings.

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WCET Frontiers

AUGUST 31, 2023

Participants were generously funded by the Institute of Data Science and nearly two dozen faculty members received stipends to attend an immersive two-day workshop in early June, where they explored how to responsibly integrate generative AI tools in support of student learning. Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

AI can also be used as a classroom tool to reframe the learning experiences and as a “partner” in learning (Benson 2023, 30). Like many of our colleagues, the emergence of ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence sites initially created a mild panic. The call for calm, patient reflection has been noted (Naidu 2023, para 10).

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University Business

MAY 7, 2024

In the US, for instance, cross-institutional tools such as MyIDP for STEM researchers and ImaginePhD for Humanities researchers have been developed and launched through collaborative projects involving multiple partners. These tools are normally tied to institution-specific program progression requirements.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2024

The template features an intuitive layout and essential components such as a syllabus, clear assignment guidelines, feedback and grading policies, detailed discussion forums, and links to student support services. These efforts culminated a meticulously designed course template that is the backbone of the program’s online offerings.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By actively participating in these elections, equity warriors can reshape the composition of local school boards, especially in underserved and under-resourced communities. In the upcoming 2024 election , more than 20,000 school board seats will be up for grabs, coinciding with the presidential race.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

I was a young academic when I first heard a colleague quote Audre Lorde: “For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house. In strategic planning meetings, in faculty meetings, and in my own writing and thinking I often find myself recalling, “The master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.”

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 28, 2024

Just as a carpenter needs various tools to create a masterpiece, educators recognized for their teaching excellence possess an intricate toolbox that includes active learning techniques, inclusive teaching practices, community-building morals, and engaging instruction. 2022; Ouyang et al., The next step is editing. The next step is editing.

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totallyrewired

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In a recent video conference, Chris Rowell engaged Helen McAllister and Jo Bloxham from the University of the Arts London (UAL) Language Centre in an enlightening discussion about the use of machine translation tools by university students. Interestingly, students generally favored guidance over strict regulation.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 26, 2024

They come to college after years of pandemic-related interruptions to their lives and education. After they leave our campuses, they have to navigate and carve their way in a world that is increasingly polarized. Dr. Lori S. The values of freedom of expression, diversity, and inclusion are inherently connected to and dependent on one another.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

In an effort to address basic needs insecurity among students, the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE) launched a free online tool to connect college students to basic needs resources. This effort comes as part of NJ Gov. OSHE also held a statewide convening Nov.

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HEPI

MAY 7, 2024

Published last month, a HEPI Policy Note on ‘Non-continuation of students in the UK’ observed that continuation rates differ according to such factors as ethnicity, disability, deprivation and free school meals status. These challenges have meanwhile been making headlines in the HE sector news.

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Deans for Impact

DECEMBER 13, 2022

At Deans for Impact, we stand committed to elevating teachers and teaching and equipping all future teachers with the scientifically-based tools to create rigorous, equitable, and inclusive learning environments where all students thrive. Read on for more of our 2022 impact. 20 fellows. 15+ states represented. 20 fellows.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 21, 2024

As diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts have come under attack, I wonder if higher education leaders shouldn’t begin to evolve the concept before policymakers strip away every tool we have to provide supports for students of color. Instead of focusing on inclusion, perhaps we should be talking about integration.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 4, 2023

Consider robotic process automations (RPAs), customer relationship management tools (CRMs), and artificial intelligence like chatbots. HBCUs are attracting students at record numbers and experiencing an uptick in philanthropic support, both of which are chipping away at decades of underfunding.

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Inside Higher Ed

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

6, despite employee leaks that the tool was not ready. “Being deliberate doesn’t mean we’re going to stop these things, because they’re almost a force of nature,” Hagerott said about the presence of AI tools in higher ed. In response, Google moved up the release of its rival chat bot, Bard , to Feb.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Affirmative action policies have been instrumental in increasing access and opportunities for historically marginalized groups in higher education. These policies aimed to counteract systemic disadvantages by considering race, ethnicity, and other factors in admissions processes. These administrators (e.g.,

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HEPI

APRIL 9, 2024

Universities that saw a surge in international enrolments due predominately to favourable external conditions and government policies are now facing a harsh reality. The questionnaire mentioned in this blog is embedded as a pdf below and can be downloaded from the website.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 6, 2023

Black scholars and policy leaders gathered on Thursday to discuss the impact that the end of affirmative action may bring to Black colleges and Black students at large. And this removes a tool from our toolbox to reach those goals.” But we've seen this groundswell of law and policymakers who are doing the opposite.” Dr. Ivory A.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 28, 2024

Just as a carpenter needs various tools to create a masterpiece, educators recognized for their teaching excellence possess an intricate toolbox that includes active learning techniques, inclusive teaching practices, community-building morals, and engaging instruction. 2022; Ouyang et al., The next step is editing. The next step is editing.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MARCH 3, 2024

The report posited that “an overly punitive criminal justice system wastes resources and fails to address people’s real safety and security needs. The collateral costs of spending on Mississippi’s criminal justice system drain critical resources better spent attracting new industries and cultivating economic development.”

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Liaison International

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

A More Complicated Admissions Landscape Requires New Skills and Tools Higher education has always been characterized by resilience and adaptability, but recent demographic shifts and the pandemic have prompted institutions to reevaluate their admissions processes. Thus, institutions must still adapt to changing demographics.

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Insight Into Diversity

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The Pharmacy Access Initiative, a new interactive mapping tool designed by researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) and the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA), will serve as an important resource for policymakers in identifying and addressing where there is a shortage of pharmacies. .

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WCET Frontiers

MARCH 7, 2024

A few short weeks ago, WCET staff, presenters, and members joined together for presentations and discussions about the policy and practice of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education. Van showcased WCET’s new AI Policy Toolkit, available exclusively to WCET members, and the accompanying AI Policy Framework, which is openly available.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 5, 2024

Language is a potent tool in the fight against oppression, which is precisely why practices rooted in white supremacy exert considerable effort to restrict linguistic autonomy. Policies and practices rooted in such bigotry continue to suppress individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. 8, 2018, Ms.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 21, 2024

AI can also be used as a classroom tool to reframe the learning experiences and as a “partner” in learning (Benson 2023, 30). Like many of our colleagues, the emergence of ChatGPT and other generative artificial intelligence sites initially created a mild panic. The call for calm, patient reflection has been noted (Naidu 2023, para 10).

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Kortext University Leaders' Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

In this blog we explore what academic integrity means post-ChatGPT and outline strategies for helping students to engage with generative AI tools effectively and responsibly. Since the public release of ChatGPT on 30th November 2022, large numbers of students have been using this generative AI tool for academic purposes.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 18, 2023

Yale University’s policy explicitly claims that “one who borrows unacknowledged ideas or language from others is stealing their work.” As artificial intelligence, and in particular ChatGPT, infiltrates higher education, faculty remain on edge. The most prominent concern is the impact on academic integrity. Will technology induce cheating?

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Faculty Focus

JULY 18, 2023

Yale University’s policy explicitly claims that “one who borrows unacknowledged ideas or language from others is stealing their work.” As artificial intelligence, and in particular ChatGPT, infiltrates higher education, faculty remain on edge. The most prominent concern is the impact on academic integrity. Will technology induce cheating?

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Experts say educators have a responsibility to rethink how they assess learning and help their students gain mastery over AI tools like ChatGPT and other LLMs so they graduate into the world fully ready for their future in a technologically dense workforce. “As you can imagine, people were and still are apprehensive.

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