There’s a Better Way to Teach Autistic Students. Here’s How
It's time to focus on the strengths of students with autism, rather than their weaknesses, researchers say. Read more ›
Are Higher Ed Strikes on the Rise? New Study Examines Work Stoppage
College strikes happen less often these days, but the number has climbed in recent years, a new study found. And the trend is likely to continue. Read more ›
Some College Is Better Than No College — Even If You Don’t Finish
A new study found that people who attend some college (and dropout) still fare better — in employment and income — than those who don't go to college at all. Read more ›
Digital Humanities: The Future and the Challenges
A book called "Debates in the Digital Humanities" looks at the future and challenges in this emerging field. Read more ›
How to Fix the Biggest Academic Barrier to Finishing College
Many college students need remedial math but never make it through traditional remedial classes. Research shows students are much more likely to succeed if they enroll directly in college-level classes while being given the extra academic support they need at the same time. Read more ›
Remaking the Humanities
An English professor offers a critique of how we approach the humanities. Read more ›
The Prison-to-College Pipeline: ‘Enacting Our Duty as a Society’
John Jay College of Criminal Justice has been working to combat the problem of mass incarceration with an innovative program called the Prison-to-College Pipeline (P2CP). Read more ›
The Birth and Evolution of Latin American Studies
A new book chronicles the emergence of Latin American studies—specifically literature and language. Read more ›
Think a Trigger Warning Will Make Things Better? Actually, It Won’t
A new study found that trigger warnings have little impact on how people react to disturbing material. Read more ›