Trump backed down from rule that would have stopped foreign students from online courses; why the CDC is wrong about testing; and more.
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By Karin Fischer

The Trump administration backed down from guidance that would have prevented international students from learning online.  (PREMIUM)

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By Carl T. Bergstrom

Testing is essential for colleges to reopen safely. (PREMIUM)

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By Sara Van Horn and Wen Zhuang

This won’t be a regular semester, and colleges shouldn’t charge a regular price.
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The fall is weeks away, and Covid-19 is surging. The Chronicle is tracking developments across higher ed here. Read on for daily live updates and information.
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By Goldie Blumenstyk

Colleges sent an important signal in March about the seriousness of Covid-19. The message about this fall is much different.
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Our searchable list, now with cumulative analysis, tracks whether institutions expect to have in-person or online-only classes or some mix of the two. Tell us what your campus is doing.
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By Thomas J. Tobin

Seven tips from a seasoned practitioner on how to select and get value out of your next online academic conference.

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As colleges and universities have struggled to devise policies to respond to the quickly evolving situation, here are links to The Chronicle’s key coverage of how this worldwide health crisis is affecting campuses.
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Interested in the role irrational beliefs play in our mental economy, Lisa Bortolotti, professor of philosopy at the University of Birmingham, argues that certain false beliefs can provide valuable services without harming others, resulting in useful epistemic outcomes.

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