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The Impact of the Move to Remote Learning on K-12 Ecosystems

Technology implementations related to teaching and learning in US K-12 school districts increased during the pandemic, with a combined annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21% between 2019 and 2021. Every technology category increased over this period, with Conferencing Systems (105%), Assessment and Evaluation Solutions (22%), E-Learning Solutions (18%), and Learning Management Systems (19%) showing the ... The Impact of the Move to Remote Learning on K-12 Ecosystems  Read More

Was Christensen Right?

Known for his disruptive innovation theory, Clayton Christensen said in February 2013, “15 years from now, maybe half of the universities will be in bankruptcy… including state schools.” Four years later, in 2017, he even claimed it would take less than a decade, “probably nine years,” for this to happen. At the time, to support his idea, he mentioned ... Was Christensen Right?  Read More

Class Acquires Collaborate: Two Visions Emerge

On May 19, 2022, Class and Anthology announced they have signed a definitive agreement for Class to acquire Anthology’s Blackboard Collaborate virtual classroom tool. While Class doubles down on a future with Zoom and Blackboard Collaborate as a virtual classroom tool, Anthology goes all-in on its Blackboard Ultra LMS. Collaborate and Class: The Numbers Before ... Class Acquires Collaborate: Two Visions Emerge  Read More

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Discover Weak Links in Your Tech Stack Using the Network Tool

Selecting the right technology for your institution can be challenging, especially when there is no straightforward way to compare your decisions with peer institutions—until now. Our new Network Tool offers unparalleled insights into your tech stack, enabling you to benchmark your systems against similar institutions and identify potential weaknesses. Table of Content 🔍 What Does It Do? By ... Discover Weak Links in Your Tech Stack Using the Network Tool  Read More

The Rise of Chatbots in HigherEd: How AI is Transforming Student Support

Over the past decade, chatbots have steadily made their way into higher education, but their real impact has only become clear in recent years. Institutions are now using AI-powered chatbots to improve student support, streamline administrative tasks, and enhance engagement like never before. A Slow Start, Then a Boom In the early days, chatbots in ... The Rise of Chatbots in HigherEd: How AI is Transforming Student Support  Read More

HR Systems in HigherEd: The Shift to Cloud and the Battle for Market Share

Managing people effectively is at the heart of every higher education institution—whether it’s hiring top faculty, tracking payroll, or ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. But as colleges and universities grow in size and complexity, so do their HR needs. We observe the following trends in the HigherEd HR market: With shifting demands, the HigherEd HR ... HR Systems in HigherEd: The Shift to Cloud and the Battle for Market Share  Read More