2023 America’s Top HBCUs

Looking for a truly diverse college experience filled supported by incredible faculty and empowering atmosphere? Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are an opportunity to find all of this and more while also attending some of the best universities in the country. Here are some of the top HBCUs for 2022. 1.   Spelman College Located in Atlanta, Spelman College is a small private not-for-profit institution providing a liberal arts education to women. It’s a great fit for students who are looking for a small campus and an equally small student to faculty ratio (11:1). Although it’s student body is just …

2023 Top Research Universities in the World

Are you a postgraduate looking for a research home? Maybe you’re a keen undergraduate hoping to get on the right track for graduate school. There are some incredible opportunities waiting for you at research universities. You just need to find the right one. Here are five of our favorite top research universities. 1. MIT MIT is the holy grail of research universities. The funding and faculty alone set it apart from most other schools. But what’s great about MIT is that research isn’t limited to staff or graduates; the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program provides opportunities to get involved with projects …

2023 The 5 Most Expensive Colleges in America

Elite and expensive describe some of America’s top universities. In 2022, students matriculating at these colleges can expect to pay nearly $70,000 a year in tuition Room and board. Considering that many students take four to six years to complete their college degrees, their education costs a hefty sum. These five universities are the most expensive colleges in America. Claremont McKenna College As the fifth most expensive college in America, Claremont McKenna costs a paltry $54,405 for tuition and another $16,705 for room and board. Average aid packages of $46,324 make this college more affordable for students seeking an education …

2023 The World’s Most Affordable Universities

High school graduates often dream about accomplishing two essential goals once their diploma is in hand. They want to travel to foreign countries and obtain their college degrees. “How much is THAT going to cost,” ask concerned parents. Travel and college studies may seem mutually exclusive, but some students may find that a willingness to travel abroad to get a college degree will cost them far less than studying at a U.S. School. The least expensive university in the U.S. is Brigham Young University – Provo with an annual tuition rate of less than $6,000. That includes room and board, …

2023 The Best U.S. Colleges and Universities to Work For

Every year the Chronicle of Education ranks the best U.S. colleges and universities in the country. Where will you work? With 2021 nearly at the halfway mark and 2022 not far away, it’s time to look ahead to the best choices in higher education employment. Here are my top picks for 2022, in no particular order: Stanford University Considered one of the most innovative universities in the country, Stanford University outperforms similarly innovative schools by offering employees cross-departmental communications, open-mindedness and free food. The university assists faculty with housing options, encourages research and scholarship, and promotes diversity and development. Glassdoor …

2023 The World’s Most International Universities

Students interested in attending international universities often have a different educational focus than their peers who will be studying in the states. If you are seeking an international educational experience where you can approach your degree with a laser-like focus, find learning a new culture inspiring rather than overwhelming, and you want a global advantage upon graduation, you may want to consider attending one of the world’s most international universities. My top three choices are as follows: Imperial College London This prestigious college offers degrees in business, engineering, medicine and science. Students attending Imperial College London come from more than …

2023 The World’s Most Beautiful Universities

University campuses aren’t only sites of incredible learning, they are also sites of incredible beauty. Here are five of the world’s most beautiful universities for the year 2022. University of Cambridge No list of the most beautiful universities in the world can fail to mention the University of Cambridge, one of the most recognizable universities in the world. Not only is the university housed in old, gothic stone buildings, but the whole city of Cambridge is picture perfect. What is more, kings, popes, and some of the world’s greatest thinkers have wandered these incredible halls. Peking University Peking University is …

My Vision For the Future of Pedagogy

Teaching techniques are ever evolving and developing. The past ten years have seen a dramatic rise in the use of technology in the classroom and alternative teaching approaches. However, my vision for the future of pedagogy is that learning will go further than ever before through a transformation in teaching. While pedagogy has evolved over the last ten years, I envision even more changes will meet us on the road ahead. Here are some ways I think pedagogy will change in the next ten years. Embracing Artificial Intelligence As the technology of artificial tutors and intelligent learning systems continue to …

How EdTech Companies Can Sell to the Higher Education Market

With approximately 5000 higher education institutions in North America alone, there is a tremendous marketplace for educational technology. The issue for most of these institutions today is deciding which EdTech companies offer the best future ready educational technology. Institutions are looking for companies that will help them help their students achieve success in higher education classrooms and the workforce. However, with several competing EdTech companies, it is increasingly difficult to sell to the higher education market. However, as Forbes explains, “Each [institution] buys expensive niche higher education software and data solutions to help operate their institution and to manage students, …

How EdTech Companies Can Get Their Products Validated

How EdTech Companies Can Get Their Products Validated The EdTech market is growing at a significant rate. According to multiple studies, “The global education technology (EdTech) market will grow 17% per annum to $252bn by 2020.” This is exciting news for the world of education and technology. It means we are rapidly moving students towards becoming global digital citizens. For EdTech companies, it also means customers are making big investments in their products. However, for any EdTech product to be accepted in this competitive marketplace, it must be validated. Customers want to know the product is effective before they purchase …