Science Students Aren’t Just Learning Science: The Multidisciplinary Nature of STEM Education

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

When we think about STEM education, it’s easy to pigeonhole students into narrow fields—chemistry, physics, biology, and psychology—each seemingly isolated from the others. But, the reality of what our students are learning is far more interconnected. In higher education, science students aren’t just learning “science” in the traditional sense. They’re engaging with a complex web …

Empowering STEM Minds: The Science of Learning in Action

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

STEM education isn’t just about the what of science, technology, engineering, and math. It’s also about the how of learning. Research shows that many STEM graduates feel unprepared to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. A knowledge gap exists between academic learning and practical application. This is where the “Science of Learning” comes into play. …

The Rise in A-Level Mathematics Resits: A Call for Change

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

As students transition from secondary to tertiary education, a solid foundation in mathematics is crucial. The gap between A-level mathematics and university courses can be daunting. Many students struggle to bridge this gap. One effective way to develop maths readiness is by offering students low-stakes, self-guided practice to refresh their foundational skills. Immediate feedback in …

Breaking the Mold: How Möbius Outshines Publishers in Online Learning

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

In the rapidly evolving landscape of STEM education, academic institutions must continually seek innovative solutions to enhance the learning experience and ensure student success. One such solution is the adoption of dynamic online learning platforms like Möbius by DigitalEd, which offer significant advantages over traditional publisher-provided materials. Curious to learn how Möbius stacks up against …

A Global Rethinking of Mathematics Readiness

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

Across diverse contexts of mathematics education, the challenge of ensuring student preparedness for the rigors of tertiary mathematics courses remains universal.  In this blog, we will explore three approaches to fostering mathematics readiness through student-driven methods: reframing readiness as a journey, promoting a growth mindset, and leveraging data-driven support. These strategies can help ensure your …

Beyond Placement: Cultivating Student-Driven Readiness for Success in Mathematics

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

Mathematics Readiness Placement tests have long been the gatekeepers of higher ed mathematics; and yet, their efficacy in ensuring student readiness success may create more roadblocks than pathways. This is especially true in the ever-evolving landscape of education, particularly in online delivery. The question of how to best prepare students for success in mathematics as …

Three Approaches for Achieving Student Success in Online Education

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

Student success is the foundation of every higher education institution—whether this means improving graduation rates, ensuring more students get a degree sooner, or reducing the number of students who drop out before graduating. When students are engaged both academically and socially, they’re far more likely to perform better, stay motivated, and achieve their academic goals. Similarly, …

What is your Academic Continuity Plan?

Christina Perdikoulias
Christina Perdikoulias
President, DigitalEd

How IT principles of disaster recovery and business continuity planning provide a powerful model for higher education. TECHNOLOGY WITHOUT COMPROMISE I’ve been very fortunate to work with inspiring thought leaders across various industries within the enterprise software space, supporting incredibly knowledgeable customers with demanding requirements. Each new sector I encountered surfaced with unique challenges to …

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