Policy Shifts and Immediate Impacts on the Education Industry

Part One: In this first episode of eCampusNews’ two-part series, education data expert Verlan Stephens discusses the dramatic policy changes reshaping higher education under the new administration. In this conversation with eCampus Content Director Kevin Hogan, he explores the growing emphasis on workforce readiness, the rise of micro-credentials, and the disconnect between institutional pace and industry needs. Verlan highlights critical challenges facing educational institutions, from inconsistent policy implementation to outdated teaching methods that ignore AI's transformative potential in modern workforce development. Have a listen.