eCampus News - Innovations in Education

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eCampus News - Innovations in Education

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  1. How to Navigate the New Educational Landscape Part 2: Policy Shifts and Immediate Impacts on the Education Industry

    JUN 30

    How to Navigate the New Educational Landscape Part 2: Policy Shifts and Immediate Impacts on the Education Industry

    Part Two: In this second episode of eCampusNews’ two-part series, Verlan shifts focus from challenges to strategic opportunities for educational organizations and vendors. Drawing on his role as managing partner at Agile, he reveals how industry leaders like Pearson and Discovery Education are already pivoting their messaging toward workforce development. Key insights include the importance of aligning with institutional strategic plans, leveraging AI as a productivity multiplier for marketing campaigns, and implementing real-time ROI tracking through dashboard analytics. Verlan provides several actionable priorities: understanding audience strategic plans, embracing AI tools for enhanced productivity, and repositioning product portfolios to match current workforce-focused priorities in education. Have a listen.

    13 min
  2. How to Navigate the New Educational Landscape

    JUN 12

    How to Navigate the New Educational Landscape

    Policy Shifts and Immediate Impacts on the Education Industry Part One: In this first episode of eCampusNews’ two-part series, education data expert Verlan Stephens discusses the dramatic policy changes reshaping higher education under the new administration. In this conversation with eCampus Content Director Kevin Hogan, he explores the growing emphasis on workforce readiness, the rise of micro-credentials, and the disconnect between institutional pace and industry needs. Verlan highlights critical challenges facing educational institutions, from inconsistent policy implementation to outdated teaching methods that ignore AI's transformative potential in modern workforce development. Have a listen.

    15 min

  3. APR 22

    Micro-Credentials in Higher Education

    Evolution, Implementation, and Future Impact This month’s episode explores the growing role of micro-credentials in higher education—how they differ from traditional degrees and noting that higher education institutions are still determining appropriate scope and implementation. We examine how micro-credentials can address enrollment challenges and workforce needs, particularly in rapidly evolving fields like technology and healthcare and identify challenges include quality control, academic rigor, transcript integration, and alignment with traditional Carnegie units.  Our guest, Dr. Steve Baule is a faculty member at Winona State University (WSU), where he teaches in the Leadership Education Department. Prior to joining WSU, Baule spent 28 years in K-12 school systems in Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa, and two years teaching in the University of Wisconsin System. For the 13 years prior to moving to the university level, Baule served as a public -school superintendent. He has written 10 books on a variety of educational and historical topics and has served on the editorial boards for two journals. Baule earned an advanced diversity and equity certificate while in the UW system. He holds a doctorate in instructional technology from Northern Illinois University and a doctorate in educational leadership and policy studies from Loyola University Chicago.

    17 min

  4. 12/30/2024

    The Best in EdTech—Last Year and Next

    It wasn’t all about AI in higher ed in 2024! In this special episode of Innovations in Education, editors Laura Ascione and Kevin Hogan go through the list of the most-read stories from last year and identify the best insights for our readers looking forward to next.

    14 min

  5. 12/17/2024

    How to Improve Mental Health Strategies on Your Campus

    As college students gear up for the new year, many are reporting high levels of stress and concerns about their mental health. This dynamic is particularly prevalent among graduate and medical students, who face a difficult combination of rigorous academic demands, high tuition, and the pressures of lengthy, intensive clinical residencies that sap their mental health resiliency. How can their schools help? Have a listen. Guest Speaker, Dr. Monica Kinde, M.S., Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean of Pre-Clinical Affairs for the proposed Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School

    15 min

  6. 10/23/2024

    Next Gen Tech Leadership Strategies

    Neva Lozada, Ed.D., associate vice president of administration for the Division of Strategic Analytics and Data Illumination (SADI) at Kean University, talks about how data strategies can drive new opportunities online and on campus. Neva Lozada, Ed.D., associate vice president of administration for the Division of Strategic Analytics and Data Illumination (SADI) at Kean University

    13 min
  7. Best of ISTE 2024

    08/31/2024

    Best of ISTE 2024

    This episode we look back on one of the biggest events in the edtech calendar—ISTE 2024, which took place in Denver, Colorado. We’ll explore some of the standout moments, groundbreaking innovations, and key takeaways from this year’s conference. As always, ISTE 2024 was a whirlwind of inspiring sessions, cutting-edge technology, and incredible networking opportunities. From new product launches to thought-provoking keynotes, there was a lot to unpack.

    27 min

  8. 07/25/2024

    How AI is Revolutionizing Student Recruitment

    Make your marketing smarter AI-driven recruitment platforms that personalize interactions with prospective students can enhance engagement and streamline the enrollment process. Unlike traditional methods, which often rely on generic marketing, AI recruiters tailor communications based on individual student interests and behaviors, offering a more personalized and effective approach.

    25 min
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