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👻 The economy can feel scarier than a haunted house ... headlines, volatility, and uncertainty everywhere. If you're an econ instructor you wont want to miss our webinar on Oct 30 at 1:30pm ET when Nobel laureate Paul Krugman joins Ryan Herzog to cut through the noise and deliver the real story behind today’s economic trends. Join No Tricks, Just Truth for insights you can bring straight into your classroom. https://buff.ly/ptrcZTI

In memory of Lydia Pulsipher, a brilliant educator, geographer, and longtime Macmillan Learning author. Her legacy lives on in the countless students she inspired and in her final contribution to World Regional Geography, just recently updated for its 8th edition. Her impact on teaching and learning will not be forgotten.

It's not too late to register for our our webinar with Lisa Blue, Jennifer Duncan & Irosha Nawarathne as they share a bold new approach to AI-era assessment. Join us tomorrow at noon to explore assessment models that prioritize process, defense, and creativity. Walk away helping students showcase their unique thinking in a world of AI-generated output. https://buff.ly/JpEDmqj

Grading what students can do matters more than what they can memorize. These 10 quick tips from our latest episode of The What and Who of EDU show how small shifts, like co-creating rubrics, teaching collaboration and reflecting on process, can make assessment more meaningful. Check out all 10 tips and listen to the full conversation on authentic assessment wherever you get your podcasts. Apple: https://lnkd.in/eNADBenG Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eguEfWZ2

Title II is changing the rules and leveling the playing field. Public institutions now must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards for digital content under the updated Title II rule. That means websites, courseware, apps .... everything... must be accessible to every learner. At Macmillan Learning, accessibility isn’t an afterthought it’s built in. From e-books to multimedia, we’re helping institutions meet these standards with confidence and care. 👉 Learn what the changes mean, and how your institution can get ahead

The right technology partners have the potential to make or break your institution’s accessibility strategy. Join Michael Mace and Rachel Comerford on Oct 23 at 12pm ET, to learn how to evaluate EdTech vendors for ADA Title II compliance, transparency, and long-term collaboration. You’ll leave with clear criteria and practical tips for building partnerships that support inclusive, sustainable progress. https://buff.ly/ipEfJoE

Evidence-based. Transfer-focused. Actually doable. That’s what makes authentic assessment worth talking about. Whether you’re just starting to rethink your quizzes or fully redesigning for relevance and rigor, this blog breaks it down into 10 practical steps, backed by research. Because sometimes, the best assessment doesn’t come with a bubble sheet. https://lnkd.in/eAtzQqNR

Ready to turn lectures into experiences students won’t forget? It's not too late to register for today's webinar at noon with Jim Morris, Roger A. Freedman, and Steve Ross for strategies to boost motivation and memory with humor and creativity. https://buff.ly/Hu7G4WG

Big news from our Holtzbrinck family! 🚀 The Holtzbrinck AI Hub has officially opened in San Francisco, a space built for bold ideas, collaboration, and real-world impact. We’re especially excited about how this will support partnership and innovation in education, with new ways of connecting research, technology, and teaching. Proud to be part of a group that’s inspiring what’s possible for every learner. 🌐 Learn more about their plans: https://lnkd.in/eKsZiR_u #AIinEducation #Innovation #Holtzbrinck #MacmillanLearning

What do policy briefs, PSA campaigns and Taylor Swift concert math have in common? They’re all examples of authentic assessments: creative, complex, and grounded in the real world ... and they’re helping students show what they actually understand. In our latest episode of The What and Who of EDU podcast, Sarah Gray, Marisa Bluestone and Derek Lambke explore: 👉 What authentic assessment really is (and isn’t) 👉 10 practical strategies you can use now — no capstone required 👉 Why it works, with research-backed insights from Sarah Gray 👉 How AI and academic integrity fit into the picture 👉 What to grade when “just the final product” isn’t enough 🎧 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eBm4Yj38 Supported by Macmillan Learning #HigherEd #AuthenticAssessment #TeachingTips #EdTech #FacultyDevelopment #AIinEducation #StudentEngagement #CriticalThinking #MacmillanLearning #TheWhatAndWhoOfEDU