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Juneteenth, Higher Education, and Advancing Educational Equity

Published by: WCET | 6/18/2024

Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19th, marks a pivotal moment in American history—the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom, years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. This day symbolizes the end of slavery in the United States and is a profound reminder of the resilience and […]

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Using AI to Empower Learning

Published by: WCET | 5/9/2024

Journalists are currently facing an unprecedented challenge. The relentless 24/7 news cycle, coupled with layoffs, an uncertain business model, and a growing public distrust of media, is putting immense pressure on us. This comes at a time when the world is becoming increasingly complex, and journalists need to contextualize fast-paced news and help a divided […]

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Decoding Generative AI and Equity in Higher Education

Published by: WCET | 4/25/2024

In case you haven’t noticed, the higher education world is highly focused on the impact of Artificial Intelligence on the present and future of postsecondary education. AI’s impact has been and will be felt in many facets of our field, especially within digital education. That is why the WCET team has focused on the topic […]

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Beyond the Divide: Advancing Digital Equity and Access

Published by: WCET | 4/11/2024

The Foundations of Higher Education in America Considered the cornerstone of the American higher education system, community colleges have made post-secondary education more accessible and affordable since the early 1900s. However, it is essential to remember that higher education in this country was not created to advance equity and opportunity for commoners. It would not […]

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Rethinking Diversity: Prioritizing Access, Equity, and Belonging in the Workplace

Published by: WCET | 2/29/2024

Today’s workplaces are ever evolving, and one of the best consequences of that is the pursuit of equity and access. It is imperative that we not only foster inclusive environments but actively celebrate such workplaces that embrace diversity and recognize those individuals working to advance inclusive initiatives. In today’s post, guest author Sabrina Short, Founder […]

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Nurturing Digital Learning: Unveiling the HBCU Advantage

Published by: WCET | 2/22/2024

This month, February, WCET’s main focus topic has been on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). February marks Black History Month, an observance that honors the rich histories and acknowledges the invaluable contributions of African Americans across various facets of society. In honor of this Heritage Month, we wanted to highlight the the inclusive and […]

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Top 12 WCET Frontiers Posts of 2023

Published by: WCET | 2/2/2024

Happy 2024! I know you are probably a little sick of top 10 lists for things that went well, were trendy, or went poorly in 2023. So, I’ve made a top 12 list instead. Today we’re looking at our readership and views for the WCET Frontiers blog over the past year. In 2023, we published […]

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Scaffolding Virtual Simulations in Higher Education for Career-Readiness

Published by: WCET | 1/25/2024

Post-secondary education serves as a cornerstone for personal development and plays a large role in shaping an individual’s career path. Such an education provides the opportunity to increase a student’s understanding of their chosen field and to develop important skills for their daily personal and work life. Experiential and practical experiences associated with a course […]

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Fostering Inclusivity Through True Support for Female Faculty

Published by: WCET | 1/23/2024

While I feel that the pandemic brought the impact of mental and physical health on daily life more into focus, it’s still hard for us to balance wellness with work. I love my work, but this is a daily struggle for me. Throw some health challenges into the mix, and suddenly that juggling act gets […]

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