The Pulse of Higher Ed

Perspectives on Online and Professional Education
from UPCEA’s Research and Consulting Experts

A Reflection on My Predictions: What it Means for 2025 and Beyond

November 25, 2024

Higher education is facing its greatest challenge in decades. Our field may be at a transformational cusp where the transactional currency for education may shift from credits to competency, competency dictated by new, to-be-determined factors, shaped by our evolving economy, as well as the political landscape. Historically, and for the era, 120-credits was a fairly…

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Balancing Act: How Higher Education Can Thrive in a Resource-Constrained World

November 15, 2024

Higher education institutions, particularly those with online and professional continuing education (PCE) units, are increasingly tasked with balancing financial sustainability and operational efficiency in a resource-constrained environment. As student demographics shift and competition intensifies, institutions are looking for innovative ways to diversify their revenue streams while optimizing operations – this is no easy task. The…

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Lessons Learned from Star Trek

October 24, 2024

I am part of Generation X. I was born in 1965 and which makes me one of the cohort’s older members. Although I am a part of Generation X, I at times align with the “Next Generation” … the Boomers. Growing up around Boomers and being an older Gen X’er meant watching I Dream of…

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New Survey Explores Intersection of AI and Credentialing in Higher Ed

October 23, 2024

UPCEA and Instructure recently released the results of a survey on whether institutions are utilizing AI to enhance learner outcomes and records, and if so, how? Most survey respondents are heavily involved in developing learner experiences and tracking outcomes, though nearly half report that their institutions have yet to adopt AI-driven tools for these purposes.…

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Jobs of the Future…and the Present: What Will Happen in Accounting?

September 27, 2024

The accounting profession is undergoing transformation as technology rapidly reshapes the field. The job outlook for accountants over the next decade remains generally positive but varies based on the profession’s ability to adapt to these advancements. While automation may reduce some traditional roles, there will continue to be strong demand for accountants with advanced skills…

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