The Ithacan

Editorial: What’s next for higher ed?

By Shea O'Meara • May 1, 2013

The landmarks of the past academic year have centered on Ithaca College’s search for a future. This future is expected to blend the depth and academic rigor of classic in-the-classroom learning with...

Editorial: What’s next for higher ed?

By The Ithacan • April 30, 2013

The landmarks of the past academic year have centered on Ithaca College’s search for a future. This future is expected to blend the depth and academic rigor of classic in-the-classroom learning with the real-world applications of a more modern education. Internet-based academia is changing the structure of higher education. Massive open online courses give anyone…

Colleges consider accepting massive open online course credits

By Nicole Ogrysko, Senior Writer • April 24, 2013

As the price of four-year public and private universities increases nationwide, online education companies are offering up massive open online courses, MOOCs, as a way to bring higher education to students who cannot afford the traditional campus experience.