It’s time to expand online legal education
Law schools have been far behind most other academic disciplines in embracing online education. That is why a recent proposal by the American Bar Association (ABA) to increase…
Month: July 2018
3 smart marketing strategies to boost student engagement and retention
There’s a problem that every institution faces, no matter its level of size or ranking: keeping students engaged, excited, and, most importantly, enrolled. As increasing competition crowds the…
How to create accessible video content
By now, you’ve heard (or been told) that your educational video content is required by law to be accessible. Since you’re not the sort to wait until you’re…
Campuses race to keep up with students’ bandwidth demands
College students are eager for more bandwidth and connectivity on campus, according to an annual report measuring higher ed's internet offerings. One in three schools offer 7GB bandwidth…
Using workforce data to improve student outcomes
So, what do you want to be when you grow up? This seemingly innocuous question gets pretty weighty for college students as they make the decisions that could…
How to better support international students
In 2012, the University of Delaware began an initiative to increase its international student enrollment and to develop tailored services for its international community. As a result, the…
Here’s what makes students 200 percent more likely to pass
A new study indicates that students who engage with digital learning tools are dramatically more likely to pass their courses. The research comes from Blackboard, VitalSource, and the…
Future-proof your college before it’s too late
In any ecosystem, if one waits long enough, eventually a cataclysmic disruption occurs. Examples range from ice ages to digital cameras and mobile phones. When an environment becomes…
Is web filtering ever appropriate for higher ed?
Halls of learning are places for learning and exploration. They are also a treasure trove of sensitive and valuable information, making them prime targets for attack by cybercriminals.…
9 things your online learning program should know about students
Online students say tuition and fees are among their top three deciding factors when it comes to choosing an institution, according to a Learning House survey of 1,500…