What Are the Emerging Trends in Higher Education?

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It’s that time of year again for the inevitable prediction pieces. It takes a brave person to try and divine what’s ahead these days. I was able to convince Kris Astle, Global Education Strategist at SMART Technologies to have a go. As you will hear, she puts together some pretty strong, and positive, outlooks for campuses in the coming months and years.

Kris covers the gamut—the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), the persistence of remote learning models, and the importance of technology in reshaping user behavior. She emphasizes the need for higher education to adapt and meet the changing demands of students—leveraging technologies like AI, collaborative tools, and Smart solutions to enhance the learning experience. She also touches on the concept of “high flex” education and the emergence of micro-credentialing, highlighting the importance of personalized, accessible, and efficient learning pathways. Have a listen.…Read More

Addressing the student mental health crisis in higher education

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This episode of Innovations in Education highlights the concerning state of student mental health, which persists even as the pandemic subsides. Statistics from the 2020-2021 school year reveal that over 60 percent of college students met the criteria for at least one mental health problem, while another national survey found that nearly three-quarters reported moderate or severe psychological distress.

To address this crisis, the U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, initiated the “We Are Made to Connect” Tour, promoting social connection as crucial to well-being. Additionally, higher education groups are advocating for increased focus on college student mental health, recognizing the unique challenges faced by different student demographics. Some institutions are proactively partnering with mental health providers, like Mantra Health, to offer comprehensive support services. The article emphasizes that investing in student mental health is vital for academic and economic success, and it suggests several actions that education leaders can take to address this pressing issue. Ultimately, the hope is that increased mental health awareness and support will benefit students and society as a whole.…Read More

Why Higher Ed IT Leaders Need to Be Cognizant of Policy Changes

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Jarret Cummings, EDUCAUSE Senior Advisor for Policy and Government Relations, speaks to the current state of innovation in higher ed, the impacts of federal policy and government relations, and why higher ed leaders need to be cognizant of policy changes.

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Data Smart: Workforce Trends and Action Planning in Cybersecurity and Privacy

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Joe Potchanat, Director of the EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity Program, talks on the new opportunities for improvement and awareness when it comes to cybersecurity and shares best practices for higher ed IT leaders to stay on the defensive.

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Entering An Age of Institutional Resiliency

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Betsy Reinitz, Director of the CIO and Senior Technology Leader Program for EDUCAUSE, discusses the concept of institutional resilience in higher education and its connection to digital transformation and data-informed culture.

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Welcome to Educause 2023

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Welcome to Educause 2023
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I’m glad you found your way here to eCampus News Live exclusive coverage of the 2023 Educause conference being held in Chicago October 8th through 10th. My name is Kevin Hogan. I’m content director for eCampus News, and I’m excited to get out to the Windy City and meet up with folks again in person to talk about the latest and greatest in higher Ed.

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The state of the student body

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This episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan is sponsored by Renkus-Heinz, the sound solution that delivers crystal clear audio to every corner of the classroom.

In this episode of Innovations in Education, Mark McCormack, Senior Director of Research and Insights at EDUCAUSE, breaks down the recently released 2023 Students and Technology Report: Flexibility, Choice, and Equity in the Student Experience and what it says about higher ed’s need for new learning modalities. The report draws on data from EDUCAUSE’s 2023 Student Survey, representing 1,951 students from across 10 U.S. institutions. In this conversation, Mark underscores the importance of flexibility and choice in the student experience and their demands for more personalized, adaptable learning environments. Online and hybrid learning modalities have become integral, enabling students to tailor their educational journey to fit their needs. This emphasis on flexibility is not only a response to the challenges posed by the pandemic but a broader recognition of the diverse needs and circumstances of today’s students. Mark also emphasizes that equity is another essential aspect going forward. As higher ed institutions embrace new modalities, it’s imperative to ensure that all students have equal access to these opportunities.…Read More

How Data Can Help

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Understanding the Unique Support Needs of Community College Students


This episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan is sponsored by Renkus-Heinz, the sound solution that delivers crystal clear audio to every corner of the classroom.

Community colleges play a pivotal role in providing accessible and quality education to a diverse range of students. However, as many of us are aware, the challenges faced by these students can differ significantly from those at traditional four-year institutions. From juggling work and family responsibilities to navigating financial constraints, community college students often find themselves in unique situations that demand equally unique solutions. In this episode, we’re going to unravel the intricacies of the support landscape for community college students with Alex Leader, Chief Impact Officer for Watermark, a software platform designed for higher education institutions to help them collect and use data to gain insights into how programs can be improved to support student success.

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The Future of Canvas

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Instructure’s senior leadership discusses the course of one of the world’s leading open-source learning management systems.

On this special edition of Innovations of Education, host Kevin Hogan sits with CEO Steve Daly, CPO Shiren Vijiasingam, and Vice President of Global Strategy Ryan Lufkin to lay out post-pandemic strategies for the company.

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What the metaverse means for higher education

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In this episode of Innovations in Education, Silicon Valley veteran and serial entrepreneur Eric Pulier, founder and CEO of a virtual spaces company called Vatom, discusses the potential of AR/VR platforms for institutes of higher learning.

From guiding students through immersive life-like, real-world modules to gamifying the learning experience, schools can now engage students in more thoughtful ways and gain key insights on learning types and student behaviors, all through the simple scan of a QR code and use of web browser or mobile device.…Read More

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