During a pandemic t’s even more crucial that students are able to complete their degrees so they can enter the workforce quickly and with a higher salary.
Category: CalSouthern
Here Dr. Hecht discusses the university he founded, California Southern University. He talks about the unique features he created at CalSouthern, as well as the culture and values of the university.
Doctoral degrees represent the highest level of graduate school, and they come in two categories: PhD and applied. In order to earn this prestigious degree, … Read More ›
In the past couple of years, business schools have seen decreased enrollment rates for MBA programs. Why? And is it still worth it to earn an MBA? Why application rates are down … Read More ›
Today’s learner looks much different from what most consider the “average” college student. While most think of young adults between the ages of eighteen and … Read More ›
Networking is a great tool to make new connections and is key to career success. As online education is becoming more popular, with 30 percent of students enrolling in … Read More ›
Standardized testing is supposed to be fair for every student, examining their knowledge and ability to succeed in school and future careers. The assessments are supposed to provide critical information where the students can even learn while taking the test. Much of the time, these exams are meant to be reflections of a student’s readiness for the next academic challenge.
Having a learner-centric approach at its core means thinking of others first. Managers want to see a significant return on their training investments, which is understandable. But first, employers must consider the needs and interests of their employees.
While student debt is inevitable for most, there are ways to reduce it, both from the student perspective, and from the perspective of the higher education industry. We must do better to support our college students.
There are plenty of teachers at every level, from K-12 to professors in PhD programs, who integrate interactive strategies to their course structure. This helps to diversify the material and addresses many different learning styles. Studies have shown that breaking up lecture with varying activities can increase student grades and outcomes significantly. But it’s not enough to make sure every student is supported.
What if I told you that going to an Ivy League school won’t matter in the long run?
