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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
Artificial Intelligence

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
Microsoft AI Platform: AI Services, AI Infrastructure & AI Tools
Artificial Intelligence Higher Ed

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
Artificial Intelligence

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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Are ERPs in Decline?

 Key Takeaways: ERP Systems Are Evolving, Not Declining: The argument challenges the notion that traditional Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are in decline, emphasizing that they are adapting to cloud-based environments and new SaaS platforms rather than becoming obsolete. Cloud Transformation Is Pervasive: The shift to cloud-based solutions is a significant trend across various systems. ERP systems ... Are ERPs in Decline?  Read More
ListEdTech Market Data

Are Institutions Embracing Same-Vendor Bundles?

 Many vendors build their strategy around the idea that implementing same-vendor bundles is more valuable than combining products from various vendors. These vendors suggest bundling their products would help institutions overcome integration challenges, receive richer combined functionality, and lessen issues managing relationships with multiple vendors. To some degree, this argument makes sense. As many smartphone ... Are Institutions Embracing Same-Vendor Bundles?  Read More
Learning Management Systems

D2L Fusion 2024: The Role of the LMS in Transforming Teaching and Learning  

 Educational technology conferences share the same aspects. Attendees hear ambitious keynote talks and flashy feature announcements, participate in deep-dive sessions and networking opportunities, and navigate huge hotels and long lines for coffee.   However, this year’s D2L Fusion conference—held in Toronto—was different in two ways. First, the organizers added an element of local charm to all ... D2L Fusion 2024: The Role of the LMS in Transforming Teaching and Learning    Read More