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InstructureCon 2024: A Partnership Unlocking Possibilities

I spent last week at InstructureCon 2024 in Las Vegas, experiencing the city’s scorching heat, with temperatures soaring daily between 45 and 47°C (113 and 116°F). My wife accompanied me as I celebrated the big 50. On our arrival on Monday, we had tickets to a comedy show. Being avid walkers, we thought a short ... InstructureCon 2024: A Partnership Unlocking Possibilities  Read More

The Second Year of ChatGPT: Two Things to Watch 

Just over one year ago, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT, a tool that harnesses artificial intelligence (AI) to engage in human-like conversations—answering questions, composing emails, and coding. Since its introduction, this tool has generated considerable attention for its impressive achievements, including passing law, business, and medical school exams, and tackling complex programming queries. Likewise, ChatGPT has also ... The Second Year of ChatGPT: Two Things to Watch   Read More
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How Artificial Intelligence Might Accelerate the Convergence of Edtech Systems

The potential transformation of education through technology is a recurring topic among scholars, university staff, and companies. Many predicted that technologies such as learning management systems, massive open online courses (MOOCs), and open educational resources (OER) would significantly impact how institutions delivered student education. Similarly, many commentators have speculated on how artificial intelligence might impact education. ... How Artificial Intelligence Might Accelerate the Convergence of Edtech Systems  Read More

Generative AI – Towards Operational Efficiency in Non-Student Facing Functions

Overheard recently at an edtech conference, “The most positive thing to come out of the advancements in generative AI in higher ed is that we don’t have to hear about the great potential for blockchain as much.” Certainly, generative AI has already made positive contributions to higher ed, but the point is that talk is ... Generative AI – Towards Operational Efficiency in Non-Student Facing Functions  Read More

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How Cloud Computing Transformed Education

Key Takeaways: We’ve all heard the story of Salesforce—a remarkable journey of innovation and growth in the tech industry, especially in cloud computing. This story is often framed as a lesson in educating customers about its core idea: Software as a Service (SaaS)—a revolutionary model at the time. But I believe this story is equally about ... How Cloud Computing Transformed Education  Read More

Leveraging Network Analysis to Explore Ellucian’s Product Ecosystem 

In an earlier post, we leveraged network analysis to explore Anthology’s product ecosystem to understand whether its ” togetherness ” message was reflected in its products’ implementations. Our study revealed that while Anthology has made great strides in delivering this message, it could do more, such as creating a narrative highlighting the potential benefits of the ... Leveraging Network Analysis to Explore Ellucian’s Product Ecosystem   Read More

Educause 2024: Tracking the Evolution of HigherEd Tech Through Exhibitor Data

Justin Menard and James Wiley are in San Antonio this week for the Educause conference and hope to see many of you there. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Justin and James. The fall tradition returns with our latest analysis of the Educause exhibitor floorplan. Before we dive into this year’s trends, let’s revisit why ... Educause 2024: Tracking the Evolution of HigherEd Tech Through Exhibitor Data  Read More