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Big Questions in the Big Apple

October 08, 2026

At EDTECH WEEK NYC, StartEd’s Alan Todd gathers CEOs to rethink learning, leadership, and growth in the age of AI. …

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Before Higher Ed Can Scale AI, It Needs the Right Foundation—and a Reason to Build Past It

October 05, 2026

Connected data is only the beginning. Institutions also need clear authority to turn AI insights into action. GUEST COLUMN | …

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Beyond the Funnel: A Better Model for Higher Ed Student Engagement

August 17, 2026

Connected systems help institutions personalize engagement, respond in real time, and support the entire student journey. GUEST COLUMN | by …

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EdTech Pretends to Be for Students. It’s Not.

June 26, 2026

As AI puts powerful tools into every student’s hands, the next chapter of edtech may belong to the learners helping …

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The Race to Build AI-Ready Graduates Has Already Started

May 15, 2026

New Codio CEO Doug Hughes argues universities must move beyond theory and start teaching students how to work inside real …

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Before You Blame AI, Try Making a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

January 27, 2026

A simple classroom exercise offers a powerful lesson for enterprises struggling to turn generative AI investment into meaningful results. GUEST …

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The Power of Peers: Why Peer Support Matters More Than Ever

December 12, 2025

Student success technology often starts with dashboards and data—but the real impact happens when technology is used to amplify something …

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Feedback Loop

October 29, 2025

Feedback Loop is a sleek, flexible, and user-friendly platform designed to make peer feedback in group-based courses easier, fairer, and …

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Inside Gen Alpha’s Digital Future

October 23, 2025

AppsAnywhere CEO Nick Johnson on what the next wave of students means for software access, IT strategy and digital readiness …

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High Self-Reported Student Confidence: Reassuring Signal, or ‘False Positive’?

August 28, 2025

A new survey shows student confidence is often fueled by self-sourced digital tools, raising big questions for institutional support. GUEST …

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Gale Research Complete

August 20, 2025

Here’s a comprehensive subscription service for colleges and universities, integrating Gale’s proprietary databases, reference content, and unique primary sources. It …

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Letting Go to Move Forward: How Cloud Technology Unlocks Innovation in Higher Ed

August 04, 2025

A firsthand look at how institutions are navigating the emotional and operational journey of modernizing systems to build a more …

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Open LMS

June 20, 2025

Open LMS, an open-source learning management system provider, has continuously cut through the noise in the e-learning industry with highly …

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Comevo

February 27, 2025

Comevo, a market leader in online orientation software for 20 consecutive years, is dedicated to transforming the way higher education …

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Meeting Complexity with Innovation—and Automation

February 06, 2025

Streamlining secure student enrollment and staff transitions in higher education. GUEST COLUMN | by Piyush Pandey As the higher education …

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Epson Laser Projector

February 04, 2025

Epson’s new EB-PQ2010B 10,000-lumen 4K large venue laser projector meets the need in higher education and K-12 for bright, immersive …

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For 37 Million People, A Beacon of Hope

January 27, 2025

Allowing all learners to demonstrate mastery of college-level material, and using online prep courses to ensure that they can. GUEST …

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From VCR Carts to Cutting-Edge Classrooms: Higher Ed Tech Advice Based on Decades of Experience

December 12, 2024

An instructional technology manager shares perspective on past, present and future. GUEST COLUMN | by Kevin Jahnke When I stepped …

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The AI Revolution in Chess and Its Impact on Education

November 15, 2024

Unlocking the joy of learning with a spirit of play. GUEST COLUMN | by Szymon Machajewski In the world of …

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Beyond AI Detection: Rethinking Our Approach to Preserving Academic Integrity

November 05, 2024

An expert shares insight and guidance into an area of growing concern. GUEST COLUMN | by Jordan Adair Artificial intelligence …

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To Deeply Engage In Learning

August 27, 2024

This edtech begs the question, is there any other way? INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Highly commended by the Dental …

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StraighterLine: Hacking Education

August 06, 2024

Recognizing that online courses are cheaper to deliver than face-to-face courses, StraighterLine was founded in 2008 as a solution to …

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Introducing ChatGPT Edu

June 11, 2024

OpenAI recently announced ChatGPT Edu, a version of ChatGPT built for universities to responsibly deploy AI to students, faculty, researchers, …

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Credentialate from Edalex

May 22, 2024

This company is tackling challenges around skills and employability using personalized evidence of skills. Globally, 77% of employers face a …

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‘We Are Ready for this Moment’

March 15, 2024

CEO of one of the largest global edtech providers has his say. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Michael E. Hansen …

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How AI-Powered Lead Capture Helps Transform the Broken Student Website Experience

October 18, 2023

A Gen-Zer’s Dad asks how schools can provide timely, personalized responses to each student’s most burning questions. GUEST COLUMN | …

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How to Lean In on AI in Higher Education Without Leaving Human Connection Behind

October 11, 2023

Developing a smart strategy with your institution’s goals in mind. GUEST COLUMN | by Dave Marshall Generative AI is having …

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AI’s Role in Shaping the Future of Higher Education

October 10, 2023

Casey Green, a widely recognized authority on IT in higher education and creator of The Campus Computing Project, today announced …

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Empowering the Future

August 17, 2023

Teaching collaboration skills in higher ed is needed now more than ever. GUEST COLUMN | by Brock Nelson As a …

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Now Accepting Entries for The EdTech Awards 2024

August 15, 2023

We’re open! Grab your favorite beverage and cozy up to this page. The EdTech Awards 2024 program is now open …

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Higher Ed Pivoting to Stay Ahead

March 03, 2023

A recession could be coming. Here’s how higher education can evolve to meet changing student needs. GUEST COLUMN | by …

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Higher Education: It’s Time to Digitize

February 27, 2023

How forward-thinking institutions will prepare for the future of education. GUEST COLUMN | by Chris Byers The American online learning …

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Big Tech vs. the Ivory Tower? AI Technology and the Death of the Student Essay

January 09, 2023

A college professor weighs in on the latest techno-apocalypse. GUEST COLUMN | by Emily Lynell Edwards Using AI technology in …

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Why These Six EdTech Trends Can’t Be Ignored in 2023

January 06, 2023

Virtual learning brings growth opportunities along with its IT challenges. GUEST COLUMN | by Michael Bodekaer Jensen The dark days …

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Are Your Digital Materials and Tools Accessible?

December 21, 2022

Educational publishers face additional responsibility for digital accessibility. GUEST COLUMN | by Raymond Rose and Mary Rice Online and digital …

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Preparing for a Cookieless Future

November 15, 2022

How curated institutional data can maximize enrollment. GUEST COLUMN | by Kara Eldersveld You might have heard we’re headed for …

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Furthering the Connected Classroom with Audiovisual Technology

November 14, 2022

How can higher education institutions keep students engaged with their studies? GUEST COLUMN | by Darryl Krall The connected classroom …

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BibliU

November 04, 2022

Here’s a big piece of edtech that universities and colleges might be looking for: it’s called BibliU and, among its …

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Think You Can Escape the Coming Metaverse? Think Again.

October 25, 2022

Five benefits to increasing digitalization of the higher ed experience. GUEST COLUMN | by Michael Bodekaer Jensen A historic U.S. …

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Investing in an LMS: 3 Hallmarks of eLearning Success

September 28, 2022

Some perspective on the last few years and a direction forward. GUEST COLUMN | by Brad Koch It’s hard to …

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