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Together with leading experts from around the world, we explore the ever-evolving landscape of EdTech.
Whether you’re facing challenges in student enrollment or marketing, looking to get more done with less effort or just passionate about education, you’re in the right place.
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In episode 7 of EdTech and Pancakes, we host Dr. Sonja Ardoin, a renowned higher education scholar/practitioner and a tenured associate professor at Clemson University. Dr. Ardoin has researched social class identity in higher education and access to education, particularly for first-generation college students and students from rural areas.
Topics discussed
00:00 Intro
01:12 Introducing Sonja Ardoin, PhD
1:53 Dr. Ardoin’s passion behind higher education advocacy
4:23 Delving into the complex factors influencing access to higher education
8:54 The impact of admissions processes on educational access
12:37 Challenges to education access for rural students
16:55 Technology’s role in enhancing opportunities for underserved communities
21:25 Addressing post-COVID challenges in university admissions
24:18 Humanizing the process amidst high application volumes
28:00 Embracing a holistic approach in admissions
30:40 How students discover and decide on higher education options
34:10 Aligning career choices with industry demands and personal aspirations in the AI era
39:02 Access to international education for applicants from rural areas
42:04 Final remarks: advancing equity and humanization in higher education
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Sonja Ardoin is a renowned higher education scholar/practitioner and a tenured associate professor at Clemson University. Dr. Ardoin has researched social class identity in higher education and access to education, particularly for first-generation college students and students from rural areas.
https://www.sonjaardoin.com/
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