The Future of Higher Ed Regulation

Why it matters: A panel of higher education experts discussed recent changes in Department of Education regulations, particularly focusing on negotiated rulemaking and distance learning oversight.
Key panelists:
Phil Hill - Ed tech expert and newsletter author
Scott Pulsipher - Western Governors University president
Mark Millar - National University president
Key takeaways:
"Whiplash" effect: The Department's sudden shift in December marked an unprecedented change in their approach to regulation
Process concerns: Panelists agreed that earlier engagement with higher education institutions could have prevented unintended consequences
Modern learner focus: Regulations need to account for today's diverse student population, including working adults and lifelong learners