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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, hosted by Rhea Kelly, we cover major developments in education technology. Highlights include a new partnership between 1EdTech Consortium and DXtera Institute aimed at improving learning data access and interoperability in higher education. Additionally, Anthropic's advanced AI models, Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4, show impressive autonomous coding capabilities but exhibit concerning behaviors, prompting stricter safety protocols. Also, OpenAI's strategic acquisition of io, co-founded by former Apple Design Chief Jony Ive, aims to develop AI-powered consumer devices. For more details, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts 00:17 1EdTech and DXtera Institute Partnership 00:52 Anthropic's Advanced AI Models: Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 01:25 OpenAI's Acquisition of AI Hardware Startup io 02:04 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: 1EdTech Partners with DXtera to Support Ed Tech Interoperability New Anthropic AI Models Demonstrate Coding Prowess, Behavior Risks OpenAI to Acquire Io, Plans Consumer AI Hardware Push Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the latest trends in higher education technology. Key topics include a survey revealing faculty challenges with accessibility in course materials, a report on gaps in cloud governance exposing sensitive data to AI tools, and Maricopa Community Colleges' implementation of an AI-driven platform to combat fraudulent student applications and financial aid scams. For more detailed coverage, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast 00:17 Accessibility Challenges in Higher Education 00:59 Cloud Governance Issues Revealed 01:26 Combating Fraud in Student Applications 02:03 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Faculty Need Training, Time, and Tools to Make Course Content Accessible, Survey Finds AI-Focused Data Security Report Identifies Cloud Governance Gaps Maricopa Community Colleges Adopts Platform to Combat Student Application Fraud Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor in Chief Rhea Kelly presents the keynote speech delivered by David Weil, Vice President and CIO for IT and Analytics at Ithaca College, during the May 2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference. Weil explores the evolving landscape of leadership in the age of AI, sharing six key lessons from Ithaca College's journey. He discusses the significance of moments in leadership, the importance of play and exploration, the value of questioning, personal connections, setting direction, and maintaining focus on core values. By sharing firsthand experiences and insightful anecdotes, Weil emphasizes that effective leadership, especially in an era driven by AI, remains fundamentally about leading people. 00:00 Introduction to AI and Leadership 00:56 Moments of Leadership 02:34 The AI Revolution: ChatGPT's Impact 03:48 Six Lessons of Leadership in the Age of AI 06:26 Lesson 1: The Power of Play and Exploration 08:25 Lesson 2: The Importance of Questions 17:20 Lesson 3: Creating Opportunities to Connect 19:42 Lesson 4: Setting Direction 23:47 Lesson 5: The Power of Pilots 33:55 Lesson 6: Focusing on Our Why 36:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resource links: Tech Tactics in Education AI at Ithaca College The Weirdness and Brilliance of ChatGPT 7 Questions College Leaders Should Ask About AI Music: Mixkit Duration: 38 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly discusses the latest findings on generative AI training needs among college students and employers. The podcast also highlights Louisiana State University's new student-run security operations center and National University's launch of "The Nest," a support hub for online and working learners. For more updates on education technology, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast 00:17 Generative AI in Education: A Growing Demand 00:53 Cybersecurity Education at LSU: Launch of TigerSOC 01:26 National University's New Student Support Hub: The Nest 02:03 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Report: 93% of Students Believe Gen AI Training Belongs in Degree Programs Louisiana State University Doubles Down on Larger Student-Run SOC National U Launches Student Support Hub for Non-Traditional Learners Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly discusses the University of Pittsburgh's new Cloud Innovation Center with Amazon Web Services, focusing on health sciences and sports analytics. Other stories include a survey showing generative AI surpassing cybersecurity in 2025 tech budget priorities, and a novel method for redesigning business workflows using conversational AI. Tune in for the latest in education technology and AI advancements. For more insights, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:14 University of Pittsburgh and AWS Collaboration 00:48 Generative AI Surpasses Cybersecurity in Tech Budgets 01:31 Conversational Process Model Redesign 02:03 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: University of Pittsburgh Partners with AWS on Cloud Innovation Center Survey: Generative AI Surpasses Cybersecurity in 2025 Tech Budgets Researchers Develop AI-Powered Method for Business Process Redesign   Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly covers the key tech stories in higher education. Highlights include Fortinet's report on the critical role of identity in cloud security, Meta's launch of a standalone AI app featuring Llama 4, and a Cloudera survey revealing data privacy as a top concern for AI adoption. Tune in for more insights on these stories and their implications for the education sector. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:17 Critical Security Perimeter in Cloud Services 00:48 Meta Platforms Launches Standalone AI App 01:21 Cloudera Survey on AI Agents and Data Privacy 01:57 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Report: Identity Has Become a Critical Security Perimeter for Cloud Services Meta Launches Stand-Alone AI App Study: Data Privacy a Top Concern as Orgs Scale Up AI Agents Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Rhea Kelly, editor-in-chief of Campus Technology, discusses the crucial topic of AI readiness in higher education with Kathe Pelletier, senior director of community programs at Educause. They delve into Educause's updated AI Readiness Assessment tool, its components, and how it aids institutions in strategizing and planning for AI integration on campuses. Learn about the importance of conversation, context-specific strategies, and action planning to navigate AI implementation effectively. This episode also highlights key insights from the second annual Educause AI Landscape Study and its role in shaping the assessment tool. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Overview of AI Readiness Assessment 01:10 Key Components of the Assessment 02:34 Action Planning and Resources 03:41 Insights from the AI Landscape Study 06:28 Institutional AI Strategy and Readiness 09:35 Stakeholder Involvement in AI Readiness 12:48 Assessment Sections Breakdown 18:32 Post-Assessment Steps and Action Plans 24:15 Conclusion and Podcast Sign-Off Resource links: Educause Higher Education Generative AI Readiness Assessment 2025 Educause AI Landscape Study Music: Mixkit Duration: 25 minutes Transcript (Coming Soon)

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly delves into the latest in higher education technology. Highlights include the launch of Complete College America's CLIMB initiative for data-driven student success, Anthropic's tools for uncovering the reasoning in AI language models, and Microsoft's new AI feature for Copilot Studio. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts 00:16 Complete College America's New CLIMB Initiative 00:56 Anthropic's AI Microscope Tools 01:31 Microsoft's AI-Powered 'Computer Use' Feature 02:05 Conclusion and Upcoming Break Announcement Source links: Complete College America Launches Center to Boost Data-Driven Student Success Strategies Anthropic Develops AI 'Microscope' to Reveal the Hidden Mechanics of LLM Thought Microsoft Announces 'Computer Use' Automation in Copilot Studio Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights the latest in higher education technology. The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business introduces a virtual teaching assistant powered by Google's Gemini AI models, set to enhance student engagement. The University of Illinois System is teaming up with One Million Degrees to bolster community college transfer pathways for low-income students, starting spring 2026. Additionally, a new CompTIA report underscores the importance of digital skills for career readiness among community college students. For more detailed coverage, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:17 University of Michigan's AI Teaching Assistant 00:52 University of Illinois' Community College Transfer Initiative 01:37 CompTIA Report on Digital Skills 02:06 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: University of Michigan Launches Agentic AI Virtual Teaching Assistant University of Illinois System Sets Sights on Community College Transfers with One Million Degrees Partnership 70% of Community College Students Are Working to Improve AI Career Readiness, Despite Mixed Feelings About AI Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the exponential rise in AI adoption as highlighted by Stanford's 2025 AI index. Key points include the surge in business integration of AI, enterprise deployment of autonomous AI agents per SnapLogic's report, and Microsoft's updates to its Copilot platform, aiming for a personalized AI companion experience. Concerns about data privacy and fairness amid these advancements are also addressed. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:17 Stanford's 2025 AI Index Highlights 00:52 Enterprise AI Agents Adoption 01:30 Microsoft Copilot Platform Updates 02:04 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Stanford 2025 AI Index Reveals Surge in Adoption, Investment, and Global Impact as Trust and Regulation Lag Behind Report: Enterprises Embracing Agentic AI Copilot Updates Aim to Make AI More Personal   Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly highlights top stories in education technology, including Anthropic's launch of Claude for Education and Microsoft's Security Copilot enhancement with 11 AI-powered security agents. Additionally, the Digital Education Council's comprehensive AI literacy framework aims to empower higher education communities with essential AI competencies. For more details on these stories, visit campustechnology.com. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:17 Anthropic's Claude for Education 00:47 Microsoft's AI-Powered Cybersecurity Expansion 01:25 Digital Education Council's AI Literacy Framework 02:02 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Anthropic Launches Claude for Education Microsoft Adds New Agentic AI Tools to Security Copilot Digital Education Council Defines 5 Dimensions of AI Literacy  Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights key advancements in education technology and the tech industry. Learn about Study Fetch's new AI-powered tool, Imagine Explainers, for generating educational videos. Discover Google's significant acquisition of cloud security startup Wiz for $32 billion and its integration plans for Google Cloud. Explore NVIDIA's new Accelerated Quantum Research Center, aimed at advancing quantum computing with AI in partnership with top universities. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:17 New AI Tool: Imagine Explainers by Study Fetch 00:44 Google's $32 Billion Acquisition of Wiz 01:15 NVIDIA's Quantum Computing Research Center 02:07 Conclusion and Further Information Source links: New AI Tool Generates Video Explanations Based on Course Materials Google to Acquire Cloud Security Firm Wiz New Boston-Based Research Center to Advance Quantum Computing with AI Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly speaks with Jay James, senior cybersecurity operations lead at Auburn University, and Corey Lee, CTO for Security at Microsoft. They discuss the critical shortage of cybersecurity talent in higher education and explore how Auburn University's Security Operations Center (SOC) is utilizing student workers to bridge this gap. The conversation dives into the unique setup of their SOC, the impact of AI tools like Security Copilot, and the benefits of recruiting students from diverse academic backgrounds. Highlights include the operational and educational advantages of involving students in cybersecurity, and strategies for other institutions looking to implement similar programs. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:40 The Cybersecurity Talent Shortage in Higher Education 02:54 Auburn's Security Operations Center and Student Involvement 07:22 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity Training 19:53 Student Recruitment and Success Stories 30:28 Advice for Institutions Starting a Student SOC 34:14 Conclusion and Podcast Sign-off Resource links: Auburn University Microsoft Security Copilot Music: Mixkit Duration: 35 minutes Transcript (Coming Soon)

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly brings updates on Western Governors University joining the Open edX project as a mission-aligned organization, contributing to its development. The podcast also highlights 1EdTech Consortium's six key steps for successful microcredential programs. Plus, learn about Google's AI Overviews and AI Mode, as well as Microsoft's enhancements to Azure AI Search. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast 00:18 Western Governors University Joins Open edX Project 01:00 1EdTech Consortium's Microcredential Program Report 01:34 Google and Microsoft's AI-Driven Search Enhancements 02:07 Conclusion and Further Information Source links: Western Governors University Joins Open edX as a Mission-Aligned Organization 1EdTech: 6 Key Steps for a Successful Credentialing Program Google, Microsoft Expand AI-Driven Search Capabilities Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights noteworthy advancements in education technology. Learn about Mistral AI's new optical character recognition API with high accuracy and advanced features, the merger of Gravyty with Ivy.ai and Ocelot to enhance student and alumni engagement, and Cal Poly Pomona's partnership with Avanade to launch an AI & Innovation Center. Stay tuned for the latest in higher education technology. 00:00 Introduction and Top Stories Overview 00:16 Mistral AI's Breakthrough in OCR Technology 00:51 Gravyty's Strategic Merger with Ivy.ai and Ocelot 01:27 Cal Poly Pomona's New AI & Innovation Center 02:05 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Mistral AI Introduces AI-Powered OCR Gravyty Merges with AI-Powered Student Engagement Companies Ivy.ai and Ocelot Cal Poly Pomona Launches AI and Innovation Center Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the unveiling of Turnitin Clarity, a new AI-assisted writing tool for students, the launch of OpenAI's advanced AI model GPT-4.5, and IBM's strategic acquisition of DataStax to enhance its AI-driven data management capabilities. Stay tuned for more updates on educational technology and AI advancements. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:17 Turnitin Clarity: Enhancing Student Writing 00:55 OpenAI's GPT-4.5: Advancements and Costs 01:35 IBM's Strategic Acquisition of DataStax 02:08 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: New Turnitin Product Brings AI-Powered Tools to Students with Instructor Guardrails OpenAI Launches Its Largest AI Model Yet in Research Preview IBM to Enhance Watsonx Portfolio Through DataStax Acquisition Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly presents the latest stories in education technology. Highlights include Penn State's collaboration with IBM to launch MyResource, an AI virtual assistant for student services, and Microsoft's unveiling of its first quantum chip, the Majorana 1. Additionally, a Carnegie Mellon University and Microsoft Research study explores the impact of generative AI on critical thinking. Tune in for more details on how these advancements are shaping the future of education and technology. 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome 00:17 Penn State's AI Virtual Assistant Initiative 01:00 Microsoft's Breakthrough Quantum Chip 01:28 Impact of Generative AI on Critical Thinking 02:04 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: Penn State Building AI Student Concierge to Foster Student Success Microsoft Introduces Its First Quantum Computing Chip Study: Generative AI Could Inhibit Critical Thinking Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, host Rhea Kelly, editor in chief of Campus Technology, discusses the Educause 2025 AI Landscape Study with Senior Researcher Jenay Robert. They delve into the study's history, methodology, and key findings, including shifts in attitudes towards AI, policy impacts, and the emerging digital divide between larger and smaller institutions. Robert also highlights the importance of effective communication, AI literacy, and community engagement in higher education. Listen as they explore how institutions are adapting to AI's growing presence and the ethical responsibilities involved. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Overview of the Educause AI Landscape Study 02:07 Key Findings and Comparisons 04:07 New Questions and Methodology 08:41 AI Costs and Budgeting 13:46 Perceptions of AI Risks and Benefits 23:00 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 28:48 Conclusion and Farewell Resource links: Educause 2025 AI Landscape Study Educause 2024 AI Landscape Study Educause Shop Talk podcast Educause Library on AI Music: Mixkit Duration: 29 minutes Transcript: Coming Soon

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights key developments in higher education technology. Key stories include Education Design Lab's initiative to revamp programs at five community colleges, the National Science Foundation seeking public input for a national AI action plan, and Purdue University's implementation of D2L Brightspace to enhance learning environments. Stay updated with the latest news and advancements in education technology. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:17 Reimagining Community Colleges 00:58 National AI Action Plan 01:34 Purdue University's New Learning Environment 02:03 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links:  New Education Design Lab Initiative Convenes Five Community Colleges to Reimagine Their Future NSF Seeks Public Comment on Development of a National AI Action Plan Purdue Adopts D2L Brightspace to Augment Digital Learning, Accessibility Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly covers the latest advancements in education technology and AI. Highlights include OpenAI's new research feature for ChatGPT, which offers autonomous web browsing and report generation for professionals, and the release of HECVAT 4 by Educause, an upgraded toolkit for assessing vendor privacy practices and AI-specific criteria. Registration is also open for the Tech Tactics in Education Virtual Conference on May 7th, focusing on AI integration, cybersecurity, and data-driven student success strategies. 00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts 00:16 OpenAI's New Research Feature 00:51 Education IT News: HECVAT 4 Release 01:27 Upcoming Tech Tactics in Education Virtual Conference 02:02 Conclusion and Further Resources Source links: New OpenAI 'Deep Research' Agent Turns ChatGPT into a Research Analyst Educause HECVAT Vendor Assessment Tool Gets an Upgrade Registration Now Open for Tech Tactics in Education: Thriving in the Age of AI Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

This week on CampusTechnology.com: California State University Launches Systemwide ChatGPT Edu Deployment AWS, Microsoft, Google, Others Make DeepSeek-R1 AI Model Available on Their Platforms Microsoft Introduces Copilot Chat Agents for Education  Campus Technology Insider Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

This week on CampusTechnology.com: Chinese Startup DeepSeek Disrupts AI Market OpenAI Unveils 'Operator' AI for Performing Web Tasks Google to Invest $1 Billion in AI Startup Anthropic Campus Technology Insider Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

What's the state of artificial intelligence in education for 2025? It's all over the place, according to Ryan Lufkin, VP of global academic strategy at Instructure. While innovative adopters are experimenting with ways to help students engage with AI tools, others may be stuck in the idea of AI as an avenue for plagiarism and cheating. And while it's important to build trust in the technology, perhaps it's time for educators and students alike to put the power of AI to work. We talked with Lufkin about building AI literacy, international AI adoption, personalizing the academic experience, and more. Resource links: Instructure InstructureCast podcast EdUp Experience podcast Music: Mixkit Duration: 30 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

At the start of each academic year, a thousand new Bryant University students come to campus brimming with questions about everything from class registration and building locations to dining hall hours and WiFi connectivity. And thanks to the power of generative AI, they can get their answers from Ask Tupper, a next-generation chatbot designed from the ground up at the university. We spoke with Chris Stephenson, managing director of intelligent automation, AI, and digital services at AI solution provider alliantDigital, and Chuck LoCurto, VP for information services and CIO at Bryant, about how Ask Tupper started, what's possible now with AI-powered chatbots, lessons learned from the project, and more. Resource links: Bryant University alliantDigital Music: Mixkit Duration: 36 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

What makes us human? That is the question that kicked off our 2024 Tech Tactics in Education conference this fall, posed by our keynote speaker Eric Rodriguez. As a technology leader and former education regional director at Intel, Eric explored the relationship between technology and empathy in his talk titled "Humanizing Technology: The Path to Future-Ready Education." For this episode of the podcast, we're presenting the recording of his keynote. Resource links: Tech Tactics in Education Music: Mixkit Duration: 43 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

As both instructional designers and adjunct faculty members at Northeast Iowa Community College, Shannon Brenner and Jordan O'Connell have a close-up view of generative AI from both perspectives. Gen AI tools have both transformed the course-building process and changed the game for interacting with students and assessing their coursework. For this episode of the podcast, we talked about generative AI's impact on instructional design and teaching, navigating acceptable use of AI, strategies for helping faculty make the most of AI, and more. Resource links:  Quality Course Design at NICC Music: Mixkit Duration: 31 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

The United States Department of Education recently released a new report called "Designing for Education with Artificial Intelligence: An Essential Guide for Developers." The guide seeks to inform ed tech developers as they create AI products and services for use in education — and help them work toward AI safety, security, and trust. We spoke with Kevin Johnstun, education program specialist in ED's Office of Educational Technology, about the ins and outs of the report and what it means for education institutions. Resource links: Designing for Education with Artificial Intelligence: An Essential Guide for Developers Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations Music: Mixkit Duration: 21 minutes Transcript

Miami Dade College recently announced the launch of a new bachelor's degree in applied artificial intelligence — the first such degree in the state of Florida and one of the first in the country. At the heart of MDC's approach is the conviction that education in artificial intelligence is for everyone — people at all levels need understand how to apply AI in their lives and careers. We spoke with Antonio Delgado, vice president of innovation and technology partnerships at Miami Dade College, about how the degree program was developed, the foundational AI skills that students need to succeed, and creating spaces that bring people together around AI.  Resource links: Miami Dade College Music: Mixkit Duration: 28 minutes Transcript (coming soon)

Touro University has embarked on a system-wide initiative to incorporate artificial intelligence into all of its programs — not only in teaching and learning, but also across research, operations, and policy. The institution has also created a new academic AI position to serve as a dedicated AI leader, facilitate the use of AI across the university, and cultivate AI thinking in students, faculty, and staff. We spoke with Dr. Shlomo Argamon, Touro's recently appointed associate provost for AI, about his role, the importance of AI in higher education, how to prepare students for the new world of AI in the workforce, and whether or not AI opponents could be waiting for their time to attack. Resource links: Touro University Music: Mixkit Duration: 26 minutes Transcript

In January, Arizona State University announced a major partnership with OpenAI to explore the potential of ChatGPT in education. We caught up with ASU CIO Lev Gonick to find out more about that collaboration, how the university is approaching the use of generative AI across campus, and what the key takeaways have been so far. Resource links: Arizona State University Partners with OpenAI to Explore Gen AI Potential in Education ASU Artificial Intelligence Music: Mixkit Duration: 35 minutes Transcript

Recently Educause released its inaugural AI Landscape Study, which polled the higher education community about AI strategic planning and readiness, policies and procedures, impact on the workforce, and the future of AI in higher education. We spoke with report author and Educause Senior Researcher Jenay Robert for a deep dive into some of the thinking behind the study, what the survey findings tell us about institutions' AI journeys, and how "I don't know" might be the theme of the day when it comes to AI. Resource links: Educause AI Landscape Study Educause Innovation Summit National Artificial Intelligence Act of 2020 Educause Workforce Studies Educause Horizon Reports and Horizon Action Plans Music: Mixkit Duration: 29 minutes Transcript

David Wiley is well known as the co-founder and chief academic officer of Lumen Learning and a long-time advocate of open educational resources and access to educational opportunity. But if you follow him on LinkedIn or on his Improving Learning blog, it's clear that he also does a lot of thinking and speaking and writing about generative AI. For this episode of the podcast, we spoke about why generative AI is the logical successor to OER, AI's impact on instructional design, exciting AI developments on the horizon, and why it's too early for universities to write policies for generative AI usage. Resource links: Improving Learning Blog OpenAI Guide to Prompt Engineering How I Won Singapore's GPT-4 Prompt Engineering Competition Arizona State University Partnership with OpenAI   Music: Mixkit Duration: 35 minutes Transcript

Last November, Campus Technology Editor in Chief Rhea Kelly moderated a panel on the state of AI in education at Tech Tactics in Education 2023, a new conference for education IT leaders produced by Campus Technology and its sister publication THE Journal. The conversation ranged from basic definitions, to concerns, limitations, and opportunities, as well as leadership and culture change. In this episode of the podcast, we're sharing a recording of the discussion — it's full of insights for anyone grappling with the impact of AI and generative AI on campus. Resource links: Tech Tactics in Education Music: Mixkit Duration: 40 minutes Transcript

Since 2016, the Changing Landscape of Online Education Project, also known as CHLOE, has been surveying chief online officers at colleges and universities across the country about the current state of online learning in higher ed as well as institutions' strategic vision for the future. A joint effort between Quality Matters and Encoura Eduventures research, the project recently released its eight survey report. Among the core themes: Growing student demand for online and hybrid learning is moving higher education toward a multi-modal future. We spoke with Dr. Bethany Simunich, co-director of the CHLOE Project and one of the principal authors of the CHLOE 8 report, about key takeaways from the survey and why institutions that aren't examining their online strategy may be putting themselves at a competitive disadvantage. Resource links: Changing Landscape of Online Education Project CHLOE 8 report Music: Mixkit Duration: 35 minutes Transcript

What skills will students need for the workforce of the future in an age dominated by artificial intelligence? In addition to basic computer science, data competencies, and the mathematics and statistics behind AI and machine learning, there are a range of social impacts to consider: AI risk, ethics, privacy, questions of bias, etc. All of the above are part of the curriculum at Dakota State University, a STEM-oriented institution with a focus on computer science, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. We spoke with DSU President José-Marie Griffiths about how her institution is preparing students for careers in AI. In addition to her experience in research, teaching, and higher education administration, Griffiths was a member of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence, part of the 2019 John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act. She has also served in presidential appointments to the National Science Board, the U.S. President's Information Technology Advisory Committee, and the U.S. National Commission on Libraries and Information Science.  Resource links: Dakota State University Music: Mixkit Duration: 27 minutes Transcript

At National University, the role of the data officer has shifted from the capture and analysis of data to a broader focus on digital transformation. As the institution's chief digital officer, Alex Chimon leads both the digital and the data realms, with the strategic goal of improving student outcomes and the student experience. Chimon comes from a diverse background, driving digital strategy in industries such as healthcare, marketing, and food service before joining NU last year. We talked about NU's key digital transformation goals, how the worrisome capabilities of artificial intelligence will impact Dx efforts, overcoming fear of change, and more. Resource links: National University  Music: Mixkit Duration: 30 minutes Transcript

Growth in the cybersecurity industry is quickly outpacing the number of skilled workers available to fill the need, with estimates putting the global cybersecurity workforce gap at more than 3 million people. That shortage of IT talent is particularly acute in higher education, where salaries and benefits often can't compete with the corporate sector. In light of those issues, the University of South Carolina Aiken recently found a creative way to staff a new security operations center — and give students hands-on cybersecurity training at the same time. We spoke with Ernest Pringle, vice chancellor for Information Technology and CIO at USC Aiken, about creating a student-led SOC, helping students put cybersecurity theory into practice, forging regional cybersecurity partnerships, and more. Resource links: How USC Aiken's CIO Used Regional Cybersecurity 'Buzz' to Launch a Student-Staffed Security Operations Center Music: Mixkit Duration: 29 minutes Transcript

Imagine a learning environment that, much like a Star Trek Holodeck, changes based on a user's individual requirements. It understands the learner's strengths and weaknesses, anticipates next steps, recommends the best learning content, moves at the learner's pace, and removes unnecessary friction within the mechanics of learning. With today's advancements in generative AI, that vision of personalized learning may not be far off from reality. We spoke with Dr. Kim Round, associate dean of the Western Governors University School of Education, about the potential of technologies like ChatGPT for learning, the need for AI literacy skills, why learning experience designers have a leg up on AI prompt engineering, and more. And get ready for more Star Trek references, because the parallels between AI and Sci Fi are futile to resist. Resource links: AI in Education: Will We Need Humans Anymore? (Campus Technology Insider podcast with Mark Schneider) Jill Watson at Georgia Tech National AI Institute for Adult Learning and Online Education Global Research Alliance for AI in Learning and Education Western Governors University Masters in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology Music: Mixkit Duration: 31 minutes Transcript

Much has been made of plagiarism concerns around the use of ChatGPT in education, and there's no doubt that generative AI technology will impact the role of writing both in higher education and in society in general. But as our guest Mark Warschauer points out, the use of AI for writing and communication presents an inherent contradiction: Those who can best write with AI will be those who can best write without it, because they'll need to be able to write good prompts, evaluate the AI output, and edit the resulting text into a usable final product. Warschauer is a professor of education and informatics at the University of California, Irvine, and founder of UCI's Digital Learning Lab. We talked about the potential of AI for teaching and learning, overcoming faculty skepticism about AI tools, research questions that should be asked about AI in education, and more. Resource links: ·      University of California, Irvine, Digital Learning Lab ·      Pens and Pixels  ·      Online Learning Research Center Music: Mixkit Duration: 26 minutes Transcript

ChatGPT is groundbreaking, but it's also merely the first in what will likely be a series of innovations built on foundational developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing that are going to change the world. Higher education is already feeling the impact of generative AI technology in terms of plagiarism and instructional design concerns, but these challenges also come with immense opportunities to personalize learning and streamline time-consuming tasks. We spoke with Mark Schneider, director of the U.S. Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences, about how AI is transforming education and the evolving role of humans in an AI-powered future. Resource links: U.S. Department of Education Institute of Education Sciences Blog post: Do We Need Humans Anymore? Meet MathGPT: a Chatbot Tutor Built Specific to a Math Textbook Music: Mixkit Duration: 26 minutes Transcript

Campus Technology recently published 14 technology predictions for the coming year, based on input from higher education and ed tech industry experts across the country. A key statement on that list was this: Digital accessibility will be central to an inclusive campus culture. As Brian Fodrey, assistant vice president for Business Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University, put it, “Campus leaders must be thinking about how we are preparing our respective communities to take a more proactive and comprehensive approach to removing barriers and promoting all aspects of digital equity…. Prioritizing digital accessibility practices in all aspects of campus operations and life creates a more supportive community and inclusive culture for all.” That focus on digital accessibility is central to instructional design practice at Colorado State University Global. As the nation's first fully online, accredited nonprofit state university, CSU Global strives to achieve universal design standards in all of its programs, and to make courses accessible to a wide range of learners. We spoke with Associate Vice President of Digital Learning Andrea Butler and Director of Instructional Design Diona Hartwig about the importance of designing for accessibility from the start, ways to engage students in the online environment, and how inclusive design ultimately serves all students. Resource links: 14 Technology Predictions for Higher Education in 2023 2023 Tech Tactics in Education: Data and IT Security in the New Now Colorado State University Global Music: Mixkit Duration: 28 minutes Transcript

Earlier this year, Lumen Learning announced a partnership with Howard University to help develop equity-centered learning solutions for a new statistics course and platform. The goal: to develop more effective and culturally relevant courseware for minority and low-income students and improve outcomes in gateway courses. Howard faculty and students are providing feedback throughout the courseware development process, such as how specific courseware features might be used and best practices for supporting faculty in their courseware implementation. For this episode of the podcast, we spoke with Dr. Morris Thomas, assistant provost for digital and online learning and director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Assessment at Howard, and Kim Thanos, founder and CEO of Lumen Learning, about developing courseware with an equity-first perspective, giving students multiple pathways to success, building in support for faculty, and more. Resource links: Lumen Learning Partners with Howard U for Equitable Courseware Music: Mixkit Duration: 38 minutes Transcript

Ravi Pendse is passionate about data privacy. As vice president for information technology and chief information officer at the University of Michigan, he has worked to ensure that privacy is a part of every technology decision on campus. At the same time, he is committed to fostering a robust data culture that democratizes the use of data to inform decision-making. At the center of that culture is transparency: making sure students, faculty, and staff know exactly what types of data are collected, and how that data is stored, accessed, managed, and shared. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about creating a data-aware, privacy-aware ecosystem, data governance challenges, making data visible to students, and more. Resource links: University of Michigan ViziBLUE portal Educause 2020 Student Technology Report Music: Mixkit Duration: 33 minutes Transcript

As a predominately online institution geared toward serving adult students, University of Massachusetts Global is rethinking traditional models of education to embrace the flexibility and career relevance that working learners need. That means getting granular: unbundling courses or curricula into smaller modules that can be more accessible to busy students but also stack into credentials that will be meaningful to employers. We spoke with Dr. David Andrews, chancellor of UMass Global, about developing a new credentialing ecosystem, listening to student and industry needs, and the data infrastructure that can really support student success. Resource links: University of Massachusetts Global National Laboratory for Education Transformation Music: Mixkit Duration: 32 minutes Transcript

With higher education enrollment in decline, it's more important than ever to break down barriers to student success — and for those who stop out, create clear pathways to re-entry and completion. What does that look like in practice? At Arizona State University Online, student success coaches cultivate deep relationships with students as individuals, get to know their unique life experiences and challenges, and leverage data to better understand the multitude of factors that can impact retention. For this episode of the podcast, we spoke with Nicolette Miller, senior director of student success initiatives at ASU Online, about her team's student-centered approach and what institutions should be doing to help students reach the finish line of their education. Here's our chat. Resource links: Arizona State University Online Music: Mixkit Duration: 25 minutes Transcript

It's one thing to talk about innovation, but another thing to actually make it happen. Driving actual change is all about timing — having the right idea at the right moment, according to Phil Komarny, chief innovation officer at an institution known for innovation: Maryville University. And that moment is now: Komarny sees COVID as a catalyst for utilizing data to revolutionize higher education and the student experience. Here, we talk about the potential of verifiable credentials, why graduation should not be the end of a student's learning journey, helping students make the most of their own data, and more. Resource links: Campus Technology Insider podcast interview with Maryville University President Mark Lombardi Campus Technology 2022 Digital Transformation Survey Apple “Ellie's Data Auction” commercial Disruptor in Chief podcast Open Skills Network Music: Mixkit Duration: 34 minutes Transcript

What would a learning management system centered on culture and community look like? The United Negro College Fund hopes to answer that question with HBCUv, a new learning platform that aims to reshape the future of online education for historically Black colleges and universities. The organization has partnered with consultancy Deloitte Digital on the project, with the goal of providing best-in-class remote learning, community engagement and career pathways to students seeking an HBCU education. We spoke with Ed Smith-Lewis, VP of strategic partnerships and institutional programs at UNCF, and Nathan Young, head of strategy for Ethos at Deloitte Digital, about bringing the HBCU experience to an online environment, the defining characteristics of HBCUv and the equity-centered design process behind their work. Resource links: UNCF Building Shared Online Education Platform for HBCUs, with Focus on Culture and Community HCBUv Music: Mixkit Duration: 37 minutes Transcript

Southern New Hampshire University is well known for innovation in online learning, so it may surprise you to learn that prior to the pandemic, the institution had less than 100 employees working remotely, and had only just begun building out its remote work policies. Employee culture was largely reliant on working in a face-to-face environment. But in March 2020, the abrupt shift to fully remote work required a new approach to employee engagement. We spoke with Jennifer LaFountain, director of employee experience at SNHU, about how the institution is developing a culture that allows employees to feel connected no matter where they are located. Resource links: Southern New Hampshire University Music: Mixkit Duration: 34 minutes Transcript

Northampton Community College in Pennsylvania recently won an Instructional Technology Council award for excellence in e-learning, recognizing its Smart Apartment Learning Lab: a combination escape room and technology sandbox in which students can learn about the tech we take for granted in our everyday lives. Picture a homey space in which the walls literally have eyes — or rather cameras and other sensors, integrated into seemingly innocuous objects like picture frames, the refrigerator or even a robotic cat. We spoke with Beth Ritter-Guth, associate dean of online learning and educational technology at the college, to find out how the Learning Lab is engaging students, building digital literacy and providing valuable training in the job skills of the future. Resource links: Instructional Technology Council 2021 Awards for Excellence in eLearning Smart Apartment Learning Lab virtual tour Adding Escape Rooms to Your Online Course Contact Beth Ritter-Guth Music: Mixkit Duration: 30 minutes Transcript

One of the takeaways from this year's Educause Horizon Report is that there's likely no such thing as a return to normal: Many of the changes that higher education has undergone over the past couple of years are here to stay. At the same time, the trends, technologies and practices impacting teaching and learning have developed more depth, more nuance. For example, while hybrid learning was addressed broadly in last year's report, this year the report drilled down into important facets such as hybrid learning spaces and professional development for hybrid teaching. To delve into the details of what's on the horizon for higher ed in 2022, we spoke with Kathe Pelletier, director of Educause's Teaching and Learning Program and co-author of the report. Resource links: 2022 Educause Horizon Report: Teaching and Learning Edition Educause Showcase: The Digital versus Brick-and-Mortar Balancing Game Campus Technology Leadership Summit: Building a Digital Transformation Strategy Music: Mixkit Duration: 39 minutes Transcript

These days, we hear a lot about the “new normal” in higher education. Remote and hybrid learning is here to stay, offering students more flexibility in their learning journeys. But what if the new normal is not enough? It's time to go beyond the new normal and consider the “new possible” — how to put together the best of face-to-face, online and hybrid to create powerful learning experiences based on a deep understanding of the whole student. We spoke to Mark Milliron, senior vice president of Western Governors University and executive dean of the Teachers College, and Kim Round, academic programs director and associate dean of the Teachers College, about their vision for reimagining education and why learning experience design is essential to student success. Resource links: A Time for Learning Experience Designers Western Governors University Master of Science in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology Music: Mixkit Duration: 36 minutes Transcript