The Economist Intelligence Unit's report, sponsored by Microsoft Higher Education, aims to help faculty deliver high-quality, engaging, and valuable learning experiences in any modality or setting. The report shares best practices for designing, facilitating, assessing, and improving teaching approaches to enhance student engagement, performance, learning outcomes, and value at each education touchpoint. It addresses key challenges facing higher education institutions, professors, and students, including equity and access, digital divides, skill gaps, and socioeconomic disparities. The report provides actionable solutions to these challenges, drawing on insights from faculty and student surveys, expert interviews, and desk research. The report is intended to serve as a playbook for faculty members, offering insights and solutions to help them navigate the critical barriers facing higher education today.
