Why an "affirmative-action bake sale" prompted a president to speak out; Wiley buys Knewton; "microcampuses" are coming for online learners; and more.
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As a bribery scandal lays bare everything that is wrong in admissions, the Education Conservancy’s Lloyd Thacker ponders higher ed’s future and his own legacy. PREMIUM
The criminal actions of a few rogue coaches and parents have shined a spotlight on the role that elite colleges play in perpetuating wealth and privilege. PREMIUM
The University of Washington is preparing to consider race in admissions and hiring after the state’s Legislature repealed a ban on affirmative action. Ana Mari Cauce spoke with The Chronicle about that and about a recent conservative event that prompted her to respond forcefully. PREMIUM
Less than a week after Cengage and McGraw-Hill said they’d merge, Wiley said it would purchase Knewton for its tools that combine adaptive-learning technology and open educational resources.
Beyond strategies for dealing with climate change, you’ll find stories on prominent buildings that are threatened before they grow old, and on whether “microcampuses” are the next big thing. We’ve also got a gallery of new and renovated buildings, and expert commentary on topics including using data to plan spaces and the role of architecture in learning.
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