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Leveling the Learning Curve
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Leveling the Learning Curve

Creating a More Inclusive and Connected University

Columbia UP, 2023 more...


Editorial Rating

9

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  • Comprehensive
  • Applicable
  • Insider's Take

Recommendation

This useful guide, intended especially for those aiming to modernize and digitize higher learning, focuses on inclusivity and access for all. It equips educators with the tools to leverage technology for a broader reach. Academics William Eimicke, Adam Stepan and Soulaymane Kachani also explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced a sudden, massive shift to e-learning. They offer insights from dozens of thought leaders to showcase the power of digital tools that can bridge educational gaps. This practical book presents the vision of a “connected university” that promotes equity while unveiling new revenue opportunities.

Take-Aways

  • American universities and colleges are at a crossroads.
  • Digital online learning offers new opportunities and revenues, but only when done well.
  • No universal path to digital education exists.

About the Authors

William Eimicke is a professor and the founding director of the Picker Center for Executive Education at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Adam Stepan is the director of Columbia’s Picker Center Digital Education Group. Soulaymane Kachani is the senior vice provost of Columbia University, where he oversees the university’s teaching, learning and innovation strategies. 


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    T. K. 4 months ago
    They offer insights from dozens of thought leaders to showcase the power of digital tools that can bridge educational gaps.