A new survey the Charles Koch Foundation (CKF) shows Americans believe colleges and universities should do a better job of changing to meet the needs and preferences of students. The poll also shows less than one-fifth of Americans think higher education is headed in the right direction. The survey of 1,000 respondents was conducted by … Continued
A series of studies by Juliana Schroeder and her team at U.C. Berkeley explain why polarization is happening — and how to fix it. In his book Interpersonal Skills in the Workplace: Finding Solutions That Work, author Asa Don Brown observed that “communication is an art form that is crafted throughout our lives.” A team … Continued
As higher education leaders continue to grapple with the pandemic and resulting economic disruption, it is increasingly apparent the circumstance of today’s learners have shifted dramatically. In two new podcasts and an op-ed, Charles Koch Foundation (CKF) Executive Director Ryan Stowers cautions that institution leaders should not fall back to their pre-pandemic status quo. To … Continued
A new book from scholar Ben Powell investigates the relationship between immigration and economic productivity.
The mikeroweWORKS Foundation announced the 2021 recipients of its annual Work Ethic Scholarship which helps those in the industrial trades learn new skills. The Charles Koch Foundation partners with mikeroweWORKS to provide support for the scholarship. “The mikeroweWORKS Foundation has been a national leader in helping Americans discover their unique gifts through advancement in the … Continued
Faculty at Purdue University have created a hybrid model for STEM education that could be a glimpse into the future.
Sean Gallagher of Northeastern University gives us a primer on the state of the field, opportunities, and threats.
In a July article, RealClearEducation writer John Hirschauer examined how stackable credentials make it easier for students to customize their learning journeys.
Professor Joshua Shifrinson challenges the status quo to avoid the mistakes of the past.
A new initiative at the University of Chicago introduces new ways to improve cost, access, and outcomes.
