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The COVID-19 pandemic will have a lasting impact on higher education. Here's how to weather the emerging "new normal" for the next semester and beyond.
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Firmly linking teen suicides to school closings is difficult, but rising mental health emergencies and suicide rates point to the toll the pandemic lockdown is taking.
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Universities have farewelled vast numbers of researchers and academics. A huge resource is now loose in the community.
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The pandemic makes it harder for students and counselors to address mental health problems.
Peter Mellow's insight:
While this article is based in the US, we should all be on the alert for signs of mental stress in our students. #PastoralCare
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Foundational texts like The Canterbury Tales and the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf would no longer be taught under proposals to stop teaching medieval literature.
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Expected vaccine rollout fills universities with confidence that student life can be ‘re-energised’ in the first semester
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In 2020, at least 28,000 teachers were deployed to Covid-19 roles, according to two teachers' associations in New Delhi.
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Prominent figures across education expressed outrage and frustration with President Donald Trump’s encouragement of an angry mob that attacked the U.S
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Named after influencer Kim Kardashian, the index was developed to measure the discrepancy between a scientist's social media profile and their publication record. A high index increased the likelihood that they were famous for being famous.
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"Any death from suicide is an absolute tragedy and we acknowledge the recommendations made by the Coroner," she said.
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Up to 50 A-level pupils who miss out on top grades will be offered place on scheme, launching in October 2022
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Researchers will struggle to meet universities' expectations of engagement beyond academia until this work is better recognised as part of their duties. |
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How will higher education evolve as we head into — hopefully — post-pandemic times? Is it even possible to make predictions with circumstances still in flux? In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, we talk with Richard Garrett, chief research officer at higher education research firm Eduventures, about his predictions for 2021, the impact of the pandemic on online learning and ed tech, and the opportunities he sees for higher ed in the coming year.
Jose L Toledo's curator insight,
February 7, 2021 9:55 PM
Podcast on Higher Ed and predictions for 2021.
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Study finds worsening wellbeing and self-esteem among teenagers, raising fears pandemic will exacerbate trend
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Jill Biden has hosted her first solo event by praising the work of teachers and promising them support during the coronavirus pandemic
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WHO worries that Melbourne University’s links to arms industry will threaten joint medical research.The World Health Organization has ethical concerns about the university’s collaboration with nuclear weapons maker Lockheed Martin
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As coronavirus pandemic intensifies, many colleges are starting classes online.
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The incoming first lady’s former students share stories about life in her classroom.
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“I would rather teach the class, even if that means I’m very tired,” said D.C. National Guard Sgt. Jacob Kohut, who teaches class on his breaks.
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Higher education bodies write to Gavin Williamson saying little has been done to help disadvantaged students access remote learning
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University vice-chancellors and education agents say students in India, Nepal and China are pursuing alternative countries because they would rather risk COVID-19 than study online.
Peter Mellow's insight:
Perhaps if you created meaningful online learning experiences for your students instead of data dumps, things may change. You can create community online.
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The coronavirus pandemic has prompted big changes in U.S. medical schools, from remote learning to classes on racial equity.
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September 16, 2023 5:59 PM
The COVID-19 pandemic has expedited the demand for a reformation of the conventional American medical education system, compelling medical schools to adapt on both practical and ideological fronts. As the crisis highlighted healthcare disparities, medical institutions are now challenged to produce doctors who can address these inequities and navigate a rapidly evolving world.
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One in five early childhood educators said they planned to leave their job within a year. It is vital we design a system and policies to ensure there are enough to meet the demand.
Peter Mellow's insight:
Pay them more! If we value them, pay them.
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Billions of dollars are flowing to third parties to provide everything from dorms to online courses. |