Is there anyone who does not know about the funding crisis in higher education? After headline-grabbing budget cuts in dozens of states with strong public universities, there is even more urgency to find new funding options. Almost every state in the nation has made significant reductions to public funding for higher education. Between 2000 and […]
Colleges and universities have been forced to reduce costs and generate revenue for themselves. That’s a switch! In the beginning, that was no easy task for academic teams, but the results have been rather remarkable. As education professionals raced to accommodate an ever-growing student population and meet escalating expectations, many found technology offered some of […]
Most individuals know about crowdfunding Web sites. And, citizens everywhere are aware of inadequate funding for critical public projects. Not only is the nation’s infrastructure struggling, local residents are concerned about potholes that need to be repaired and school buildings that are long overdue for upgrades. So, here’s a type of collaboration that will surprise […]
It’s almost impossible to find a governmental entity that is not struggling with revenue shortfalls. And as a result, public officials everywhere are trying to find places where budget cuts can be made. There is, however, a danger in this type of thinking. All too often, when the need to cut is imminent, reductions are […]
Software applications that work on mobile devices have invaded our world. There are thousands of them and the public at-large is quickly becoming addicted to them. Apps, as they are commonly called, are designed to make life simpler and more efficient. Users love them and demand is at an all-time high. Because of the demand, […]
A growing national and international trend has landed on the shores of New York City. Watch this trend as it sweeps through major cities throughout the country in the coming months. American cities, especially large ones, began repurposing urban areas some time ago. The results were exceptionally positive. Revitalized areas generated new tax revenue, crime […]
Americans are passionate about education, but global educational rankings for the United States are dismal. The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) tested math and science accomplishments of 15-year-old students in 76 countries and the United States did not fare well. Singapore ranked “best in the world” and Hong Kong placed second. South Korea, […]