In the academic year of 2021/22, about 880,250 students were awarded a Master's degree in the United States. This figure is projected to increase by the academic year of 2031/32, when it is forecasted that 1,000,460 students will be awarded a Master's degree.

China Number of Graduate: Postgraduate: Master Degree data was reported at 927.629 Person th in 2023. This records an increase from the previous number of 779.845 Person th for 2022. China Number of Graduate: Postgraduate: Master Degree data is updated yearly, averaging 334.613 Person th from Dec 1997 (Median) to 2023, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 927.629 Person th in 2023 and a record low of 38.051 Person th in 1998. China Number of Graduate: Postgraduate: Master Degree data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Education. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Socio-Demographic – Table CN.GD: No of Graduate: Higher Education: By Region.

In 2023, ** percent of prospective graduate business students in the United States were interested in hybrid programs, an increase from ** percent in 2019. However, the overall preference in 2023 was for in-person business school programs, at ** percent.

Between 2015 and 2024, the number of bachelor's students who graduated from online universities in Italy steadily increased. In 2015, less than ***** people obtained their bachelor's from an online university. After nine years, the number of students more than doubled, reaching ****** graduates. In Italy, bachelor's students represented the largest group of e-learning university students, ******* people.

ABSTRACT The health care model based on the Family Health Strategy, created in the early 1990s, encouraged changes in health education, highlighting the need to create lato and stricto sensu postgraduate courses aimed at empowering professionals that foster comprehensive health care. Periodic evaluations are carried out and encouraged by Capes/MEC in order to maintain the quality of postgraduate courses, but evaluations of recently-introduced professional master’s degree courses in family health remain scarce. Objectives To describe the academic profile, contribution, motivations and expectations of graduates of a Professional Master’s in Family Health. Method Cross-sectional and quantitative study to analyze the results of 102 questionnaires answered by graduates of the Professional Master’s Degree in Family Health of the Estácio de Sá University (RJ), who had concluded the course between 2007 and 2012. The instrument consisted of open-ended and closed-ended questions, sent by e-mail and made available online through the electronic platform Survey Monkey. The study evaluated age, gender, regional origin, academic background, as well as the contributions, expectations and motivations related to the course. Results The survey sample was formed predominantly by female graduates, aged over 30, from 13 Brazilian states and, mainly from Medicine and Nursing courses. The contribution of the master’s degree to the graduate’s professional life was evaluated as excellent by 77% of the interviewees. The expectations regarding the course were positively evaluated and the main reasons for seeking the qualification were scientific-technical improvement and personal satisfaction, rather than better salaries or job stability. Conclusion The course was evaluated positively by the graduates, having exceeded their expectations and satisfied the interests that led them to it, thus producing changes to their personal and professional life. A longitudinal analysis of the impact of the professional master’s degree in the career of graduates will require a sequence of similar studies, as has been stimulated by Capes/MEC in recent years.

According to a 2023 survey, ** percent of undergraduate students who were studying online in the United States were White, while ** percent were Black or African-American. In comparison, ** percent of graduate students studying online in the United States in that year were White, while ** percent were Black or African American.

This study consists of data on earned degrees and other awards conferred by institutions of higher education in the United States and its outlying areas. Part of the Higher Education General Information Survey (HEGIS) Series, this survey provides complete data on earned degrees for the nation, the states, and individual institutions, which are widely used by planners and researchers. Data are provided for professional degrees, baccalaureate and higher degrees, and subbaccalaureate degrees awarded. Additional data specify number of degrees granted by level of degree, institutional control and type, academic disciplines and specialty, student enrollment, and state. Demographic items specify sex and race of recipients.

The global massive open online course (MOOC) market size is calculated to advance at a CAGR of 32% through 2034, which is set to increase its market value from US$ 13.2 billion in 2024 to US$ 212.7 billion by the end of 2034.

Report Attribute	Detail
MOOC Market Size (2024E)	US$ 13.2 Billion
Projected Market Value (2034F)	US$ 212.7 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	32% CAGR
China Market Value (2034F)	US$ 23.3 Billion
Japan Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	32.6% CAGR
North America Market Share (2024E)	23.9%
East Asia Market Value (2034F)	US$ 49.1 Billion
Key Companies Profiled	Alison; Coursera Inc; edX Inc; Federica.EU; FutureLearn; Instructure; Intellipaat; iverity; Jigsaw Academy; Kadenze.

Country Wise Insights

Attribute	United States
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 1.4 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	32.5% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 23.6 Billion

Attribute	China
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 1.5 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	32% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 23.3 Billion

Category-wise Insights

Attribute	xMOOC
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 9.3 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	30.8% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 136.1 Billion

Attribute	Degree & Master Programs
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 6.4 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	30.2% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 89.3 Billion

The International STEM Graduate Student Survey assesses why international students are coming to the United States for their graduate studies, the challenges they have faced while studying in the US, their future career plans, and whether they wish to stay or leave the US upon graduation. According to the Survey of Earned Doctorates by the National Science Foundation and the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, international students accounted for over 40% of all US doctoral graduates in STEM in 2013. The factors that influence international students' decisions to study in the US and whether they will stay or leave are important to US economic competitiveness. We contacted graduate students (both domestic and international) in STEM disciplines from the top 10 universities ranked by the total number of enrolled international students. We estimate that we contacted approximately 15,990 students. Individuals were asked to taken an online survey regarding their background, reasons for studying in the US, and whether they plan to stay or leave the US upon graduation. We received a total of 2,322 completed surveys, giving us a response rate of 14.5%. 1,535 of the completed were from domestic students and 787 of which were from international students. Raw survey data are presented here.Survey participants were contacted via Qualtrics to participate in this survey. The Universe of this survey data set pertains to all graduate students (Master's and PhD) in STEM disciplines from the following universities: Columbia University, University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign, Michigan State University, Northeastern University, Purdue University, University of Southern California, Arizona State University, University of California at Los Angeles, New York University, University of Washington at Seattle. Data are broken into 2 subsets: one for international STEM graduate students and one for domestic STEM graduate students, please see respective files.

IntroductionThe assessment of student outcomes is essential for monitoring the quality of graduate programs in healthcare sciences. As such, this study focused on developing a self-employed questionnaire that allowed for the evaluation of elements focused on career impact and levels of satisfaction regarding graduate program education. Following, this instrument was utilized in a cross-sectional study design with alumni that had obtained their degree (MSc or PhD) over a 25-year span (1995–2020) from a graduate program in dentistry located in Brazil.MethodsThe employed instrument comprised a total of 43 questions presenting a mix of both close and open-ended questions coupled with 5-point Likert scales. The questionnaire was hosted online and a total of 528 alumni were invited to participate through e-mail and social media outreach.Results376 alumni answered the questionnaire (71.2% response rate). The majority were female (69.9%), and with a MSc (58.5%). Levels of satisfaction towards the program as well the impact in career and life were higher in alumni that had obtained a PhD degree compared to MSc. After obtaining the degree, an increase in involvement in teaching/research positions (3.4% vs 21.5%, p < 001) and a decrease in unemployment (21.9% vs 2.1%, p < 001) were observed. The highest levels of impact were observed regarding the achievement of the professional goals as nearly 90% of the population agreed with this statement.ConclusionsThis study highlighted the creation and employment of an assessment tool that can be utilized to monitor the perceptions of student outcomes. Among the findings, a decrease in unemployment and a high degree of career impact and satisfaction were observed in the population of this study. Moving forward, it is essential that monitoring educational outcomes remains a priority worldwide.

This study provides data obtained from one-fourth of a randomly drawn national sample of graduate students surveyed under the sponsorship of the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education (see CARNEGIE COMMISSION NATIONAL SURVEY OF HIGHER EDUCATION: GRADUATE STUDY, 1969 [ICPSR 7502]). The original data were collected at the Survey Research Center, University of California, Berkeley, while the subsample was provided by the Social Science Data Center at the University of Connecticut. Questions elicited information regarding respondents' social and educational backgrounds, their degree and career plans, and their opinions on their institutions and departments, educational policy in general, and a wide range of social and political issues. Demographic variables cover age, sex, race, religion, marital status, family income, citizenship, and parents' levels of education and occupations.

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Distance Learning Market Size 2024-2028

The distance learning market size is forecast to increase by USD 149.23 billion at a CAGR of 9.65% between 2023 and 2028.

The growing demand for distance learning, fueled by the continuous development of technology, is a key driver of the distance learning market. As technology improves, online education becomes more accessible, engaging, and effective, allowing students to learn remotely with ease. The integration of advanced tools such as video conferencing, AI-driven assessments, and interactive content is further enhancing the appeal of distance learning.
In North America, the market is experiencing significant growth due to the integration of advanced technologies and shifting educational preferences. With a growing emphasis on flexible, personalized learning experiences, including self-paced e-learning, institutions are increasingly offering distance learning programs that cater to diverse student needs. This trend is expected to continue, contributing to the market's expansion in the region.

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The market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing adoption of remote learning solutions among K-12 students and higher education students. Online assessments, video conferencing sessions, and virtual schools are becoming popular flexible education options for students who require flexibility in their learning schedules. Website-based mediums and application-based mediums, such as e-learning platforms, are increasingly being used to deliver educational programs. Internet access is essential for distance learning, making online learning platforms an indispensable tool for universities and colleges.

Market Segmentation

The market research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD Billion' for the period 2024-2028, as well as historical data from 2018 - 2022 for the following segments.

Type

  Traditional
  Online


Method

  Synchronous distance learning
  Asynchronous distance learning


Geography

  North America

    Canada
    US


  Europe

    Germany
    UK


  APAC

    China


  Middle East and Africa



  South America

By Type Insights

The traditional segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. The market encompasses various methods and technologies, including gamification, personalized learning pathways, educational environments, and remote learning techniques. Traditional distance learning, characterized by asynchronous online courses, pre-recorded lecture books, and minimal instructor interaction, remains a significant revenue contributor. This approach caters to a broad audience, particularly those with limited access to digital devices or high-internet connectivity. Academic institutions and the government sector continue to offer traditional distance learning programs, such as those provided by the Open University in the UK via mail. However, corporate blended learning, online education solutions, and personalized learning solutions are gaining popularity due to their interactive and technologically advanced nature.

These methods include learning management systems, virtual classrooms, mobile e-learning platforms, and cloud-based e-Learning platforms. Moreover, the use of intranet connection, computers, tutorials, podcasts, recorded lectures, e-books, and machine learning technology enhances the learning experience. The market also serves academic users and corporate users through service providers and content providers. The increasing literacy rate, internet penetration, and the need for continuous skill upgrading further fuel the market's growth.

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The traditional segment accounted for USD 152.29 billion in 2018 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.

Regional Insights

North America is estimated to contribute 34% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.

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The market in North America is experiencing significant growth due to the integration of advanced technologies and shifting educational preferences. With the rise of gamification, personalized learning pathways, and educational environments, online education solutions have become increasingly popular. Academic institutions and the government sector are expanding their digital services, offering distance learning programs through Learning Management Systems and cloud-based e-Learning platforms. Remote learning methods, such as pre-recorded lectures, tutorials, podcas

This data collection contains information on degrees earned at a sample of postsecondary institutions in the United States. The survey collected data on the number of completions of academic, vocational, and continuing professional educational programs by award category. There are three files in the collection. Part 1, Response Status Information, contains response status information to the completions survey for active institutions in the sample. Part 2, Postsecondary Completions: Awards/Degrees Conferred, contains the number of degrees and other awards granted by the institution in each field of study (CIP code), by level of award/degree, and sex of recipient. Part 3, Postsecondary Completions by Major Discipline (Two-Digit CIP Codes), contains the number of degrees and other awards conferred by major discipline (two-digit CIP code), award level, race/ethnicity, and sex of recipient.

According to an online survey conducted in February 2025 in the United States, ********* of LinkedIn users held a bachelor degree or equivalent. Additionally, ** percent of LinkedIn users in the U.S. held a masters degree or equivalent.

The data relates to the paper that analyses the determinants or factors that best explain student research skills and success in the honours research report module during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. The data used have been gathered through an online survey created on the Qualtrics software package. The research questions were developed from demographic factors and subject knowledge including assignments to supervisor influence and other factors in terms of experience or belonging that played a role (see anonymous link at https://unisa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_86OZZOdyA5sBurY. An SMS was sent to all students of the 2021 module group to make them aware of the survey. They were under no obligation to complete it and all information was regarded as anonymous. We received 39 responses. The raw data from the survey was processed through the SPSS statistical, software package. The data file contains the demographics, frequencies, descriptives, and open questions processed.The study reported in this paper employed the mixed methods approach comprising a quantitative and qualitative analysis. The quantitative and econometric analysis of the dependent variable, namely, the final marks for the research report and the independent variables that explain it. The results show significance in terms of the assignments and existing knowledge marks in terms of their bachelor's average mark. We extended the analysis to a qualitative and quantitative survey, which indicated that the mean statistical feedback was above average and therefore strongly agreed/agreed except for library use by the student. Students, therefore, need more guidance in terms of library use and the open questions showed a need for a research methods course in the future. Furthermore, supervision tends to be a significant determinant in all cases. It is also here where supervisors can use social media instruments such as WhatsApp and Facebook to inform students further. This study contributes as the first to investigate the preparation and research skills of students for master's and doctoral studies during the COVID-19 pandemic in an online environment.

Raw data for the manuscript entitled: European Agrifood and Forestry Education for a Sustainable Future - Gap Analysis from an Informatics Approach Abstract Purpose: To evaluate how well European agrifood and forestry Masters program websites use vocabulary associated with the NextFood Project ‘categories of skills’. Methodology: Web-scraping Python scripts were used to collect texts from European Masters programs websites, which were then analysed using statistical tools including Partial Least Squares Regression and contextual relation analysis. A total of fourteen countries, twenty-seven universities, 1303 European Masters programs, 3305 web-pages and almost two million words were studied using this approach. Findings: While agrifood and forestry Masters programs used vocabulary from the NextFood Project ‘categories of skills’ in most cases equal to or more often than non-agrifood and forestry Masters programs, we found evidence for the relative underuse of words associated with networking skills, with least use among agriculture-related Masters programs. Practical Implications: The informatic approach provides evidence that European agrifood and forestry Masters programs are for the most part following the educational paths for meeting future challenges as outlined by the NextFood Project, with the possible exception of networking skills. Theoretical Implications: This text-based, informatic approach complements the more targeted approaches taken by the NextFood Project in studying the skilling-pathways, which involved focus-group interviews, surveys of stakeholders, interviews of individuals with expert-knowledge and literature reviews. Originality: A text-based, web-scraping informatic approach has thus far been limited in the study of agrifood and forestry higher education, especially relative to recent advances made in the social sciences.

The Higher Education General Information Survey (HEGIS) was designed to provide comprehensive information on various aspects of postsecondary education in the United States and its territories (American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, and the Marshall Islands) and Department of Defense schools outside the United States. The HEGIS Fall Enrollment Component for 1974 sought enrollment data for all public and nonpublic 2- and 4-year institutions and their branches for postbaccalaureate students enrolled for advanced degrees, both graduate and professional. The data cover information on enrollments by class level, number of full-time and part-time male and female students enrolled at various levels (graduate, undergraduate, etc.), sex, race, calendar system, type of accreditation, and enrollments of first-time students. All of these data were acquired in terms of head counts and full-time equivalents, by state.

Abstract The aim of this paper is to understand students’ experience of research methodology teaching, through a survey with students enrolled in the Master’s Degree Program in Information Management, Libraries and Archives at the Complutense University of Madrid. The analyzed themes included the students’ perception of collaborative work, influence of emotions, implications of research competencies at the professional level, and the role of supervisors. Twenty-six master’s students, both online and on-site, were surveyed among those enrolled in the academic years 2014-2015 and 2013-2014. Results show the need to foster collaborative work with individual work in a balanced way. Furthermore, emotions, especially positive ones, appear to intertwine heavily with the learning experience. It is more difficult to appreciate the implications of research competencies for the professional sphere because of differences in the professional context of all students involved. The activities that students perceive as more creative include discussions of one’s own work (especially with the supervisor) as well as discussions of other students’ work (attendance at Master Thesis Defenses). Finally, supervisors stand out as important figure during the learning of research methodology, as their area of expertise is particularly relevant.

Integrated computing uses computing tools and concepts to support learning in other disciplines while giving all students opportunities to experience computer science. Integrated computing is often motivated as a way to introduce computing to students in a low-stakes environment, reducing barriers to learning computer science, often especially for underrepresented groups. This dataset examined integrated computing activities implemented in US schools to examine which programming and CT concepts they teach and whether those concepts differed across contexts. We gathered data on 262 integrated computing activities from in-service K-12 teachers and 20 contextual factors related to the classroom (i.e., primary discipline, grade level, programming paradigm, programming language, minimum amount of time the lesson takes, source of the lesson plan), the teacher (i.e., years teaching, current role (classroom teacher, tech specialist, STEM specialist, etc.), grade levels taught, disciplines taught, degrees and certifications, institutional support received for integrated computing, gender, race, self-efficacy), and the school (e.g., socioeconomic status of students, racial composition, number of CS courses offered, number of CS teachers, years CS courses have been taught, number of students, school location (urban, suburban, rural)). Methods Procedure Data about integrated computing lessons in non-CS classrooms were collected from in-service K-12 teachers in the United States via an online survey, and 262 surveys were completed. Participants were recruited first through teacher networks and districts to include diverse populations and then through LinkedIn. Teachers received a $100 gift card upon completion of the survey, which took approximately 30 minutes. Due to the incentive, submissions were screened during data collection to ensure eligibility (i.e., having a valid school district email) and quality (described below).

Instrument The survey asked about the programming and CT concepts taught in the activities and 20 factors related to classroom, teacher, and school context. The programming concepts included were based on a framework developed by Margulieux et al., 2023. A full list of concepts and contextual factors can be found below. Due to the large sample size, the survey was designed to be primarily quantitative but included a few qualitative questions (e.g., "Please describe in 1-2 sentences the computing learning objective of this activity") and requested teachers to submit their lesson plans. The research team used these qualitative elements to verify data quality, such as by ensuring the lesson included computing and comparing elements of the lesson plans to the quantitative data provided by the teachers. Overall, we found, and excluded, very few instances of low-quality data.

Survey Questions and Descriptive Statistics Qualitative Questions: Title of lesson plan One sentence describing the activity topic (e.g., In this activity, students apply their computational thinking skills to explore the life cycle of a butterfly.) One sentence describing the disciplinary learning objective (e.g., The primary learning goal is to model the life cycle of a butterfly.) One sentence describing the computing learning objective (e.g., Students will conditionals to match body features to life stages.) 1-3 sentences describing the instructional paradigm (e.g., Students will discuss butterflies and life cycles with their partners. Then they will modify the program and use conditionals to create the model.)

Quantitative Question Topic: Response Options (descriptive statistics in parentheses)

Programming and CT Concepts Programming paradigm: Select one: No Programming (80), Unplugged (87), Block-based (69), Text-based (26) Programming language: Open-ended Programming concepts: Select all that apply: Operator-arithmetic, Operator-Boolean, Operator-relational, Conditional-if-else, Conditional-if-then, Loop-for loop, Loop-while loop, Loop-loop index variable, Function-define/call, Function-parameter, Variable, Data types (string, integer, etc.), List, Multimedia component (sprite, sound, button, etc.), Multimedia properties (color, location, etc.), Multimedia movement (forward, back, turn), Output-string, Output-variable, User input, Event (M = 3.2, SD = 2.7) CT concepts: Select all that apply: Algorithms–sequences (158), Algorithms–parallelism (10), Pattern recognition (142), Abstraction (84), Decomposition (89), Debugging (40), Automation (40) (M = 2.1, SD = 1.1)

Classroom Context Integrated discipline: Select one: Art (5), Language arts (37), Foreign language (2), Math (67), Music (3), Science (61), Social Studies (13) Grades taught in lesson: Select all that apply: Kindergarten through 12th grade (activities that spanned K-5 = 107, 6-8 = 53, 9-12 = 93, K-12 = 9) Minimum amount of time the lesson takes: Select one: < 1 hour (90), 1-3 hours (126), 3-8 hours (32), 8+ hours (14) Source of the lesson plan: Select all that apply: Colleague (16), Online search (18), Professional development (20), Professional organization (23), Created based on an external source by myself or with colleagues (28), Modified from an external source (33), Created by myself or with colleagues (124)

Teacher Information Number of years teaching: Open-ended, M = 14.11, SD = 7.6 Current role: Select one: Teacher (220), STEM/Tech specialist (24), Librarian (9), Computer lab director (1), Other (8) Grade levels taught: Select all that apply: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-10, 11-12 (grade levels that spanned K-5 = 79, 6-8 = 45, 9-12 = 93, K-12 = 45) Disciplines taught: Select all that apply: Art (13), Language arts (71), Foreign language (5), Math (134), Music (4), Science (100), Social Studies (54), Computer science (80), Technology (78), Other (8) Degrees, Certs, endorsements, etc. attained: Select all that apply: Teaching certificate in primary discipline(s) (164), Teaching certificate in CS (17), Bachelor’s degree in primary discipline education (129), Bachelor’s degree in CS or CS education (4), Master’s degree in primary discipline education (163), Master’s degree in CS or CS education (0), Endorsement in computer science education (47), EdD or PhD in education (17), Other (86) Support for integrated CS/CT development and implementation: Select all that apply: Professional development through my school/district/LEA/RESA (157), Professional development through external organizations (117), Peer/colleague/department collaboration in my school/district/LEA/RESA (130), Peer/colleague collaboration in external organizations (73), Funding for software licensing, hardware, or curricula (69) Self-efficacy: Views of CT and self-efficacy scale from Yadav, Caeli, Ocak, and Macann, 2022 (M = 4.23 out of 5, SD = 0.60) Gender: Select one: Man (60), Woman (198), Non-binary/third gender (2), Prefer not to say (2) Race: Select one: African American or Black (31), American Indian or Indigenous (1), Asian (13), Caucasian or White (193), Latino/a/x or Hispanic (10), Middle Eastern (0), Pacific Islander (0), Other (14)

School Context Number of students: Open-ended (M = 1179, SD = 741) Number of CS teachers: Open-ended (M = 1.6, SD = 1.4) Number of CS courses: Open-ended (M = 2.1, SD = 2.0) Number of years CS courses taught: Open-ended (M = 3.0, SD = 2.1) Racial composition: Give % of each race: American Indian or Native American (M = 1.8%), Asian (M = 4.5%), Black or African American (M = 23.3%), Hispanic or Latino (M = 17.2%), White or Caucasian (M = 47.5%), Other (M = 2.4%) % of students eligible for free or reduced lunch: Open-ended (M = 56%, SD = 34%) Type of area: Select one: Rural (90), Suburban (122), Urban (50)