Two executive-level summits headlined the preconvention action during UB Tech 2018 at The Mirage in Las Vegas. Both the Higher Ed and Critical Trends summits featured presentations and professional expertise ranging from accommodating new learning technologies to exploring the latest security trends. More...
Kiosk conveniences at colleges
Ideas for implementing interactive self-service technology across campus. More...
Getting higher ed prospect students closer to ‘yes’
In my last article, I discussed how digital media channels can reach prospective students and build a pipeline of candidates. This time, we’ll focus on nurturing those prospects to bring them closer to application and deposit. More...
Providers on how colleges could better utilize kiosks
Why are kiosks important on campuses and how can colleges better use the technology. More...
Colleges connect the textbooks
Imagine a college classroom buzzing with activity: Students conduct research and build presentations using a customized, interactive tool on their laptops. Through the learning management system, the instructor can peek at their work and provide feedback—even to those taking the course online or at a satellite campus. More...
Digital learning and LMS/SIS providers on integration mishaps
What should campus administrators consider as they integrate their digital textbooks and e-learning materials with their LMS and SIS systems. More...
Content selection from the provider’s perspective
Integration between digital learning materials and an institution’s learning and administrative systems has gotten better, but instructors, higher ed administrators and providers agree there’s more work to be done. More...
Reducing anxiety with enhanced higher ed performance reviews
Annual performance reviews are shunned for good reason. Your boss tells you everything you did right—but mostly wrong—over the past year, subjectively rates your performance, and then identifies areas you need to improve. Many higher education institutions question the wisdom of this antiquated approach and are exploring alternatives. More...
Higher ed fuels donations
Fundraising providers on challenges to setting up mobile giving
What are the biggest roadblocks institutions face when it comes to adding/enhancing mobile donation options. More...