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Drawing on Ancient Arts and New Technology, Husson U. Launches Degree in Extended Reality
6Jun By EditorNo Comments
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Drawing on Ancient Arts and New Technology, Husson U. Launches Degree in Extended Reality

Drawing on Ancient Arts and New Technology, Husson U. Launches Degree in Extended Reality There are plenty of digital gadgets that can make users feel as though they’re being transported through time and space. But the sensation of being immersed in another era or a different realm is much older than today’s VR headsets. The origins of the experience may come from an ancient artform: theater. “As a set designer, I would think about experiences that are recreating augmented reality, essentially,” says Brave Williams, an associate professor at Husson University in Maine. “It is an augmentation of reality that has been done for thousands of years.” Now, Williams is helping his institution push the boundaries of Shakespeare’s famous line that “all the world’s a stage.” The professor has drawn ...
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The kind of teaching kids need right now
6Jun By EditorNo Comments
Graduate Admissions

The kind of teaching kids need right now

The kind of teaching kids need right nowWhen teaching ELLs, teachers are challenged to make grade level content accessible in English, while at the same time helping students to gain English language proficiency. Many ELLs come from countries where the education system is limited, or have had to miss years of education because of economic challenges, gang violence or military conflict. There just isn’t time for ELLs, especially those who enter the United States on the secondary level, to review everything they might have missed. Published at Wed, 02 Jun 2021 19:20:53 +0000 Article source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2021/06/02/the-kind-of-teaching-kids-need-right-now/
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She spoke up when a professor wronged her. Then Sam Houston State expelled her.
5Jun By EditorNo Comments
Financial Aid

She spoke up when a professor wronged her. Then Sam Houston State expelled her.

She spoke up when a professor wronged her. Then Sam Houston State expelled her.Graduate student Phelan Dickerson has had a long history of difficulties in her Clinical Mental Health master’s degree program at Sam Houston State University. Not one to stay quiet when she sees others wronged, Dickerson has been an outspoken advocate for change within her program. Now, ignoring its obligations under the First Amendment, Sam Houston has dismissed Dickerson from the program because of her candid attitude. As FIRE has reminded Sam Houston in two letters now, a public university cannot punish students for sharing their opinions, including on social media, even when those opinions may cast the school or the program in a negative light. Here are the facts as reported to FIRE by Dickerson. Sam Housto...
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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...
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5Jun By EditorNo Comments
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Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rules

Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rulesAcademics could soon be officially sanctioned in Switzerland for “unjustified” self-citation or claiming authorship despite contributing little to a project under a new code of conduct that could set a global trend. Switzerland’s new rules are seen as groundbreaking as they drastically expand the definition of scientific misconduct to include dubious behavior that has attracted increasing scrutiny but up to now has rarely been covered by official rules. “To my knowledge, this is the first time that a code of conduct is expanded by a prestigious academic organization to include several additional dimensions of how scientific work is done, credited, recognized, cited and appropriated,” sai...
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Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?
5Jun By EditorNo Comments
Graduate Admissions

Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?

Just Admit It: What Do Students and Families Need to Know About the Financial Aid Process?Get the 411 on the Financial Aid Process with Our College Admissions Counselors In addition to navigating the college admissions cycle, students and families need to prepare for the costs of college and understand the financial aid process. Much like admissions, there are a few steps that go into applying for financial aid, and it’s important that students understand every component of the process. Since going to college is one of the most significant financial decisions people will make in their lifetimes, there’s no such thing as learning too much about college financial aid. Keep reading for some crucial insights from our admissions counselors – and don’t forget to tune in to our Just Admit It! po...
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5Jun By EditorNo Comments
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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...
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4Jun By EditorNo Comments
Financial Aid

Troubling AAUP report documents rampant violations of shared governance, with implications for academic freedom

Troubling AAUP report documents rampant violations of shared governance, with implications for academic freedomAs the COVID-19 pandemic warped higher education over the past year, an occasional point of observation was the effect that the financial strains wrought by the pandemic would have on tenure and shared governance. This has been an abiding concern of the American Association of University Professors, which last September announced an investigation into several institutions’ practices. Last week, the AAUP released its special report on “COVID-19 and Academic Governance” and, not surprisingly, it makes for unhappy, sometimes shocking, reading. As the AAUP’s report extensively chronicles, the institutions unilaterally shuttered academic programs and laid off tenured faculty without de...
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Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rules

Switzerland classifies 'unjustified' self-citation as violation of scientific misconduct rulesAcademics could soon be officially sanctioned in Switzerland for “unjustified” self-citation or claiming authorship despite contributing little to a project under a new code of conduct that could set a global trend. Switzerland’s new rules are seen as groundbreaking as they drastically expand the definition of scientific misconduct to include dubious behavior that has attracted increasing scrutiny but up to now has rarely been covered by official rules. “To my knowledge, this is the first time that a code of conduct is expanded by a prestigious academic organization to include several additional dimensions of how scientific work is done, credited, recognized, cited and appropriated,” sai...
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The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities
4Jun By EditorNo Comments
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The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities

The 20 Best Colleges for Students With Learning Disabilities Figuring out which colleges you're interested in is arguably the most difficult part of the college application process. There's so much information to sift through—how could brief campus visits and informational brochures really tell you where you'll be most successful? This process is even harder for students with learning disabilities. You want to make sure there are programs in place to help you be the best you can be no matter where you go to school. If you want to apply to colleges for students with learning disabilities, this article is a great place to start your college search. We'll start off by talking about what these specialty programs have to offer before getting to the rankings. Afterward, we'll discuss the next st...
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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...
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4Jun By EditorNo Comments
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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...
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3Jun By EditorNo Comments
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Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for Minorities

Ultimate Guide to College Grants and Scholarships for MinoritiesScholarships and grants are a valuable tool for students who need funds to pay for college. These programs typically have criteria that consider your background and interests. One major category of gift awards is minority scholarships and grants. Minorities are groups that have historically faced societal disadvantages or challenges due to factors including: ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and disability. Students whose backgrounds qualify them for these awards can access financial assistance that they don’t need to pay back. Like all scholarships, minority scholarships will usually have additional merit or need based criteria for selection. Minority scholarships are offered by colleges, private organizations ...
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Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?
3Jun By EditorNo Comments
Financial Aid

Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?

Just Admit It: What are Business School Admissions Committees Looking For?What Can You Do to Stand Out When Applying to Business School? Since the MBA admissions process is notoriously competitive, many applicants may wonder what they can do to help set themselves apart for the admissions committees. While there isn’t one secret to success, there are several steps prospective business school students can take to improve their admissions odds. From understanding the application process to finding their best-fit programs, MBA applicants need to do their research and stay on top of deadlines to enhance their journey. Keep reading to learn more about the MBA application process and tune into our Just Admit It! podcast episode for even more information on the topic. Stay True to Yourself  Depe...
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3Jun By EditorNo Comments
College Rankings

June 2021 Speech Code of the Month: Cornell University

June 2021 Speech Code of the Month: Cornell UniversityAs COVID-19 vaccination rates rise across the country and the public health risk of holding large gatherings decreases, colleges will likely be reviewing their events policies for necessary changes over the summer. One school that is past due revisiting its policy is Cornell University, FIRE’s Speech Code of the Month for June.[embedded content] Cornell’s policy on “Elevated Risk & High-Risk Events,” which was around long before the pandemic hit, lists various reasons students must file an “Event Registration Form” with the university in advance.  There are some legitimate reasons why an event organizer might need to give a university notice about a particular event, like when they are planning a march on a street, and traffic will ...
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