How to revolutionize video on your campus
In 2016, the media capture and storage system we used at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Boca Raton, Fla., had reached maturity. Cooperation between faculty and IT staff…
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6 steps to gain faculty support for online learning
I have the unique privilege of viewing the development of online learning through three different lenses: as former chaired and tenured faculty and program head at the University…
Final Four: Having “nun” of the old-school analytics
There may be two kinds of higher powers at work in this captivating March Madness tournament. Sister Jean has become the darling of the 2018 NCAA tournament for…
How to use social media to boost your alumni network
We started doing the Instagram Takeover to showcase what life is like as a graduate of Northeastern University. Instagram Takeovers, which cultivate a stronger sense of community and…
4 smart strategies to make your cloud transition smooth
Despite tightened budgets and fewer resources, universities are under increased pressure to sustain enrollment, maintain a competitive edge in attracting students and staff, and subsequently meet growing student…
How to apply compulsion loop thinking to higher ed
In "4 reasons why student success is misdefined in higher ed and how data can fix it," we tackled the mis-definition of student success and the need for…
Artificial intelligence: Enhancing learning or threatening the academy?
A recent Northeastern University/Gallup poll found most Americans optimistic about artificial intelligence’s (AI) impact on their futures while, at the same time, expecting the net effect of AI…
What do you know about Intelligent Capture?
In the world of higher education, many chief information officers are looking ahead to virtual reality, gaming, and the role of artificial intelligence, yet there’s a vital technology,…
How to foster innovation while keeping data private
IT infrastructure at colleges and universities has become increasingly complicated as availability, performance, and student success compete with security. But the threat landscape continues to expand, as evidenced…
Creating successful teachers with video coaching
Teaching elementary math—especially explaining the conceptual basis of algorithms and procedures— can be particularly challenging for novice teachers. Therefore, teacher-preparation programs need to provide robust support to help…