The Standardized Testing Industry Needs to Defend Meritocracy
Standardized testing players aren't challenging criticisms their tests are biased or ineffective - this threatens the most objective element in college admissions applications.
Standardized testing players aren't challenging criticisms their tests are biased or ineffective - this threatens the most objective element in college admissions applications.
Digital-first platforms have rocked the English Language Training (ELT) landscape, putting pressure on legacy providers struggling to adapt to changing learner demands. Explore the strategies legacy providers and digital disruptors need to maintain relevance, quality and growth.
Proposed spending cuts and efforts to abolish the Department of Education signal a seismic shift in federal involvement in education. This analysis provides a detailed breakdown of vulnerable programs and contracts, and assesses the implications for contractors.
The demand for pathway programs has historically mirrored trends in international student flows to top English-speaking education hubs. But as this slows, pathway providers face decreased enrollment from international students seeking alternative destinations.
The demand for ELTs is tied to the movement of students from non-English-speaking countries to major higher education markets. Declining international student flows to these markets are likely to impact ELT Providers heavily.
In the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Australia, numerous businesses from housing providers to test preparation companies, will experience significant impacts due to shifting student flows. Understanding these changes is crucial to navigate current challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.