TECHNOLOGY CHANGES HIGHER EDUCATION

 Western Governors University has been somewhat of a sensational success story in higher education. The no-frills provider of online education offers degrees in only four areas — Education, Business, Information Technology, and Health Professions — is growing its enrollment by about 30 percent per year, and has kept its tuition — $6,000 — the same for four consecutive years.

How? By emphasizing productivity, and utilizing technology in classes. “If we can increase productivity, there is more learning for less money. It’s a very simple equation,” said Robert Mendenhall, the university president at a forum called Charting the Future of Higher Education. Western Governors is very disciplined about matching each prospective student with an admission counselor, and they create an online relationship. Ongoing students have online relationships with mentors. And much of the learning takes place in student online communities.

Mendenhall said his university is just scratching the surface of the potential of technology in higher education. “We’re only going to have a meaningful impact if we inspire others to try new methods in higher education. Others will find better ways to use technology than we have.”

Speaking of technology, A. Craig Powell, CEO of ConnectEDU, spoke about his growing database of high school and middle-school students, and their talents, desires, and accomplishments. Kevin Carey, policy director of Education Sector, also a panelist at the event,  believes ConnectEDU willprofoundly change college admission in coming years by directly matching students to colleges that are the best fits for them.

Contributions of business educators

As business educators we must challenge the underlying assumptions of economic and business development, like the need for economic growth, unlimited consumerism, shareholder value. It is up to us to ensure that we create leaders who will focus on creating value for the world rather than only for a few shareholders. Leaders who act as servants for the common good operate a conscious business, they are engaged with society and the planet and they are asking for their real needs concerning economic innovation.

This is the contract we as management educators have with the world and with society. No more silos, no more tenure, no more clear-cut divisions between institutions, nor between business and other active players in the world (formally known as NGOs) , nor more citation indices to evaluate scholars.  This is what we must measure ourselves by and this is what we should strive to achieve. And we shouldn’t leave a stone unturned in order to get there, even if it means undoing some brick and mortar and doing away with some ivory towers.

Business executives – more than any other profession – have developed the capacity to deal with complexity and to adapt their strategy to an evolving environment. Businesses have evolved beyond national boundaries into global enterprises, uniquely able to address and act on global issues. As such, they do have an important contribution to make as co-trustees and co-actors, working with all stakeholders towards a larger vision for the world. 

Australia accepts Alternative English Language Tests for Student Visas

Australia will be able to accept test scores from the alternative English language tests for 

Student visa applications for all countries lodged on or after 5 November 2011. In addition to 

IELTS test, the acceptable alternative tests are:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL),

The Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic and

Academic and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) from Cambridge ESOL for Student visa purposes.

Student Slashed to Death in Indonesia

Adrian Jay Pereira a 22-year-old, Malaysian medical student was slashed to death in Indonesia.

He was slashed in the neck by a man who had earlier attempted to steal his motorcycle from his rented house at about 7pm on Monday.

Adrian was a Public Service Department scholar studying medicine at Universitas Brawijaya.

The safety of all Malaysian students there is worrying parents and the Higher Education Ministry. 

Female Teachers Required In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to teach in one of Riyadh’s top schools

Required English Language, Maths and Science teachers to teach students from Kindergarten to.

 Year 7 for two of Riyadh’s biggest and well known schools (according to the Saudi government classification).  A fantastic opportunity for anyone looking for an overseas post with a good salary and generous benefits included.

 AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

• KINDERGARTEN (3-5 year olds) FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY
• ELEMENTARY GRADES 1 & 2 (5-7 year olds) FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY
• YEAR 7 (11-12 year olds) FEMALE APPLICANTS ONLY

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA - To apply for the following positions you MUST meet the client’s requirements:

• Native English Speaker
• 2 Years MINIMUM teaching experience
• Maximum age of applicant is 50
• National of the UK and USA Only
• Computer literate
• Educated to degree level. (If you are applying to be an EFL teacher then all degree subjects will be considered; however you must hold a formal official TEFL qualification (CELTA/TESOL) if your degree is not EFL related.  Masters level is not essential

PACKAGE:

• Initial contract for one academic year
• Salary ranges from $30,000 + (USD) depending on experience and qualifications *TAX FREE*
• Secure and furnished accommodation provided
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Return air fare

START DATE:  ASAP

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