Campus Technology Insider: Recent Episodes
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The Campus Technology Insider podcast explores current trends and issues impacting technology leaders in higher education. Listen in as Executive Editor Rhea Kelly chats with ed tech experts and practitioners about their work, ideas and experiences.
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, we present the keynote from Jay James, cybersecurity operations manager at Auburn University, delivered at the May 2026 Tech Tactics in Education Conference. James argues that a widening gap in AI literacy is leaving students and workers unprepared as AI adoption accelerates, citing data on low training rates, rapid growth in AI-required roles, and major economic and cybersecurity impacts. He illustrates how Auburn's student-staffed Security Operations Center builds real AI-embedded experience through authentic tools, mentorship, failure tolerance, and consequential outcomes, highlighting a student project that improved phishing visibility and influenced leadership decisions. James outlines institutional readiness levels and calls for starting with practical use cases, building faculty development, and creating sustained industry feedback loops to produce AI-ready graduates.
00:00 Podcast Introduction
01:00 Keynote Roadmap
02:18 George Story Setup
04:22 Why Readiness Matters
06:12 Workforce Data Reality
10:12 AI Fluency Surge
14:55 Opportunity and Equity
17:10 Cybersecurity Skills Gap
20:22 Auburn SOC Model
22:32 George Phishing Dashboard
24:54 Five Ingredients for Success
29:08 Scaling Beyond Cybersecurity
30:58 Policy and National Strategy
33:24 Campus AI Versus Teaching
35:54 Readiness Levels Framework
37:37 Four Move Playbook
41:46 Closing Call to Action
46:00 Podcast Outro
Resource links:
- Tech Tactics in Education
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 47 minutes
Transcript (coming soon)
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Rhea Kelly, editor-in-chief of Campus Technology, speaks with Tirumala Rao Chimpiri, senior programmer analyst for enterprise applications & integrations at Stony Brook University, about CAIP-HE, a platform-agnostic reference framework for connecting insight, decision-making, and execution across enterprise environments. Chimpiri explains that organizations often invest in ERP, analytics, automation, integration, personalization, and AI, yet still struggle to turn insights into timely, coordinated action because these capabilities remain siloed and decision ownership and workflows are unclear. CAIP-HE focuses on four interdependent dimensions — cognitive automation, advanced analytics, integration and interoperability, and personalization — and is positioned as a leadership lens rather than a product or methodology. He recommends starting with a few high-impact scenarios, mapping the end-to-end flow from insight to execution, and addressing gaps through clearer governance, ownership, integration, and workflow design, noting that AI alone does not resolve decision flow or accountability.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro
00:30 Tirumala Background and Motivation
02:23 What CAIP-HE Means
05:38 The Insight to Action Gap
07:06 How to Apply CAIP-HE
08:58 Why AI Alone Is Not Enough
10:44 Governance and Decision Rights
12:34 Common Modernization Mistakes
14:22 Key Takeaways for CIOs
15:54 Closing and Where to Listen
Resource links:
- CAIP-HE framework
- Why ERP and AI Initiatives Stall at the Execution Layer: A CIO Perspective
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 17 minutes
Transcript (coming soon)
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Campus Technology Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly hosts Ed Skoudis, president of the SANS Technology Institute, to discuss how AI is reshaping cybersecurity and what it means for higher education. Skoudis says AI is now driving all five top emerging attack trends highlighted in SANS's RSAC keynote: increased zero-day exploits, expanded supply-chain risk, growing complexity in operational technology attacks, risks of irresponsible AI use in digital forensics and incident response, and the need to use AI defensively to keep pace with attackers' speed. He explains why higher ed is harder to defend due to diverse, open, cutting-edge environments and constrained budgets, and he recommends accelerated patching, AI-assisted incident response, rapid decision-making teams, frequent tabletop exercises, threat intelligence monitoring, and flexible AI workflows that can swap models as tools change.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro
00:29 Ed Skoudis Background
01:00 Steampunk Office Tour
02:24 Antiques Meet IoT
03:25 AI Drives Attack Trends
05:01 Higher Ed Under Fire
05:49 Five AI Shaped Attacks
09:51 Lessons from Finance
12:05 Speeding Up Response
15:32 Training for AI Defense
18:00 AI Toolkit and Model Flexibility
22:01 Budget Priorities Patching First
25:39 Crystal Ball Rough Years Ahead
29:53 Zero Vulnerabilities Vision
31:22 Prepare with AI Strategy
34:16 Closing and Where to Listen
Resource links:
- SANS Technology Institute
- SANS Institute's Top 5 Most Dangerous New Attack Techniques
- SANS free cybersecurity resources
- Internet Storm Center
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 35 minutes
Transcript (coming soon)
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Campus Technology Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly interviews Bridget Burns, CEO of the University Innovation Alliance, about how generative AI is reshaping student success work and increasing the need for cross-institution collaboration. Burns describes the UIA's role supporting 19 large public research universities as a shared R&D lab for higher ed, emphasizing open, scalable practices that improve student outcomes. She outlines key AI challenges for institutions, including governance gaps, privacy and data risks, intellectual property, contract liability, safety concerns, and limited capacity to evaluate rapidly evolving vendor agreements. Burns highlights ASU's AI initiatives and explains UIA's AI Decision Framework, outlining critical questions to ask before signing enterprise AI agreements. She also discusses institutional readiness, AI literacy, and principles for scaling innovations through adaptation, cross-functional teams, clear targets, and ongoing evaluation.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:32 UIA Mission and Model
01:49 Generative AI Changes
05:07 Promising Campus Use Cases
07:22 Top Risks and Governance
09:23 ASU Early Mover Lessons
11:11 AI Vendor Decision Framework
15:28 Procurement Questions That Matter
18:54 Community Over Perfection
21:42 AI Readiness and Culture
25:53 Scaling with Guardrails
31:56 Closing Thoughts and Wrap Up
Resource links:
- University Innovation Alliance AI Decision Framework
- EDSAFE AI Alliance
- Educause report: The Impact of AI on Work in Higher Education
- University Innovation Alliance Scaling Innovation Toolkit
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 34 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Rhea Kelly, Editor-in-Chief of Campus Technology, dives into leadership in higher education IT with Sean McDonald, president of MOR Associates. They discuss defining leadership, the major challenges for leaders today, including complexity and prioritization, and how AI is shaping the future of higher ed. Sean shares his insights on creating a culture of shared governance, fostering diverse perspectives, and the importance of strategic thinking.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:26 Sean McDonald's Background and Work
01:11 Defining Leadership in Higher Education
03:17 Challenges for Leaders in Higher Education
03:54 Complexity and Focus in Higher Ed IT
06:51 Strategic Thinking and Leadership
10:11 Shared Governance and Change Management
13:40 Impact of AI on Leadership
16:53 Overcoming Leadership Challenges
22:26 Practical Leadership Tips and Coaching
25:09 Final Advice for Aspiring Leaders
27:10 Conclusion and Podcast Sign-off
Resource links:
- MOR Associates
- Five Forces model
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 28 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly sits down with Sidney Fernandes, CIO, and VP of Digital Experiences at the University of South Florida. They discuss the impact of agentic AI in higher education, focusing on USF's initiatives to make technology and workflows user-friendly. Topics include the formation of the Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, strategies for integrating AI to improve student and faculty experiences, and the importance of security, compliance, and data governance in AI deployment. In addition, they explore how USF leverages student ambassadors to scale AI literacy and solutions across its campuses.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:30 Sydney Fernandez's Background and Role at USF
01:10 USF's Technology Strategy: Making It Easy
02:44 Digital Experiences at USF
05:33 AI Initiatives and Early Goals
13:32 Scaling AI with Student Ambassadors
23:44 Challenges and Lessons Learned
26:08 Future of AI at USF
29:19 Conclusion and Farewell
Resource links:
- GenAI at USF
- Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 30 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly sits down with Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher at Educause, to discuss the 2025 Horizon Action Plan focusing on building skills and literacy for using generative AI in higher education. They delve into the process behind Educause's annual Horizon reports, the actionable advice stemming from these reports, and the preferred future that educators and institutions should be aiming for. They also explore the goals for higher education over the next decade, the shift from AI policy to practical training, and the specific actions that different levels within institutions can take to integrate AI effectively. Jenay also teases her upcoming research project on AI's impact on day-to-day work in higher education.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:42 Understanding the Educause Action Plans
02:40 Focus on Generative AI Skills and Literacy
05:51 Preferred Future for Higher Education
10:40 Actionable Steps for Institutions
17:01 Next Steps and Future Research
20:10 Conclusion and Farewell
Resource links:
- Educause 2025 Horizon Action Plan: Building Skills and Literacy for Teaching with GenAI
- Educause Horizon Reports
- 2025 Educause AI Landscape Study
- Institute for the Future
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 21 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor in Chief Rhea Kelly sits down with John Baker, CEO of D2L, to discuss the current state of the ed tech industry and the impact of AI on education. The conversation delves into how AI is being integrated into educational platforms to enhance both teaching and student experiences, the importance of responsible AI usage, and D2L's approach to AI innovation. Key topics also include faculty training, risk mitigation, and the future goals of AI in edtech.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:27 Personal Anecdotes and Learning Joy
01:10 AI's Role in Education
02:48 Innovations in Learning Platforms
06:48 Responsible AI Integration
11:55 Future Goals and Industry Trends
18:47 Advice for Higher Education Institutions
23:08 Conclusion and Farewell
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 24 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, host Rhea Kelly presents a keynote talk by Julia Freeland Fisher, the Director of Education Research at the Clayton Christensen Institute. Julia discusses the impacts of AI on social ties and the concept of social capital in education. She explores how AI can both challenge and enhance personal connections among students and educators. The presentation covers trends in AI companions, the rise of chatbots for college and career guidance, and offers recommendations for ensuring technology fosters rather than replaces human interactions in education.
00:00 Introduction to the Campus Technology Insider Podcast
00:20 Keynote Speaker Introduction: Julia Freeland Fisher
01:02 The Importance of Human Connection in the Age of AI
01:46 Defining Social Capital and Its Impact
07:31 The Role of AI in Education and Career Guidance
09:29 AI Companions: Disruption or Opportunity?
17:27 Research Findings on AI and Student Support
28:09 Balancing AI and Human Connection in Education
37:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Resource links:
- Tech Tactics in Education: Overcoming Roadblocks to Innovation
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 41 minutes
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, hosted by Rhea Kelly, we explore the latest in higher education technology. Highlights include Tripti Sinha taking over as president and CEO of Internet2, a report from Anthropic on how faculty utilize generative AI, and an MIT Media Lab report revealing the shortcomings of enterprise AI investments. For more in-depth stories and analysis on higher ed tech, visit campustechnology.com.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider
00:15 New Leadership at Internet2
00:55 Generative AI in Academia
01:34 Enterprise AI Reality Check
02:05 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- Internet2 Announces a New President and CEO to Step Up in October
- Top 3 Faculty Uses of Gen AI
- MIT Report: Most Organizations See No Business Return on Gen AI Investments
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In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, host Rhea Kelly speaks with Dr. Anthony Lee, president and CEO of Westcliff University, about the transformative role of AI in higher education. Dr. Lee shares insights on integrating AI into the curriculum, the development of in-house tools like Socratic Metric to enhance student engagement and combat plagiarism, and more. Discover the strategies Westcliff University employs to remain at the cutting edge of technology and prepare students for a future influenced by AI innovations.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:35 Dr. Anthony Lee's Background and University Priorities
02:02 Westcliff University's Approach to AI
03:27 AI in Education and Faculty Adoption
04:17 Linking AI to Workforce Readiness
06:05 Socratic Metric: In-House AI Tool
12:52 Challenges and Training for AI Tools
17:10 Broader AI Applications at Westcliff
20:03 Future of AI in Higher Education
22:10 Conclusion and Podcast Outro
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 23 minutes
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In this edition of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly covers the latest news in education technology. Highlights include the National Institute of Standards and Technology's new guidelines for securing AI systems, Wiley's introduction of innovative AI tools for the zyBooks platform to enhance STEM education, and Columbia Engineering's HyperQ, which virtualizes quantum computing for simultaneous user access. Tune in for more on these exciting developments.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:15 NIST's New AI Security Guidelines
00:50 Wiley's AI Tools for STEM Education
01:18 Columbia Engineering's HyperQ Innovation
01:54 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- NIST Proposes New Cybersecurity Guidelines for AI Systems
- Wiley Introduces New AI Courseware Tools
- Columbia Engineering Researchers Develop Cloud-Style Virtualization for Quantum Computing
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the rising adoption of AI among students and educators, according to a Quizlet survey. Additionally, the 1EdTech Consortium has published a report on effectively implementing learning analytics, and D2L has unveiled new AI features for D2L Lumi to enhance personalized learning. Stay tuned for more tech news in higher education.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider
00:15 AI Adoption in Education: Survey Insights
00:47 Implementing Learning Analytics: A Step-by-Step Guide
01:28 D2L Lumi: New AI Features for Personalized Learning
02:02 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- Student and Teacher AI Use Jumps Nearly 30% in One Year
- 1EdTech: 6 Keys to Effective Learning Analytics
- D2L Lumi AI Updates Add Personalized Study Supports
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights the latest in higher education technology. Touro University launches a Faculty Innovation Grant Program to develop AI-enhanced curricula, aiming for a fully AI-enabled institution by 2025. The National Science Foundation announces a $100 million investment in AI research, focusing on mental health, materials discovery, and human-AI collaboration. Additionally, the Tech Tactics in Education conference will address innovation challenges in K-12 and higher education. Register now for the free virtual event on September 25th.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider
00:15 Touro University's AI-Enhanced Curricula Initiative
00:47 National Science Foundation's $100 Million AI Investment
01:27 Tech Tactics in Education Conference 2025
01:55 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- Touro University Launches Faculty Innovation Grant Program to Advance Integration of AI into Teaching and Learning
- NSF Invests $100 Million in National AI Research Institutes
- September 2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference Agenda Announced
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly brings you the latest in education technology. Discover OpenAI's new study mode for ChatGPT, designed for step-by-step concept mastery, and Google's enhanced AI Mode in Search, offering new learning features and real-time interactions. Additionally, learn about the expanded partnership between OpenAI and Oracle to boost AI infrastructure with 4.5 gigawatts of new data center capacity. Visit campustechnology.com for more in-depth coverage.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast
00:14 OpenAI's New Study Mode for ChatGPT
00:57 Google Enhances AI Mode in Search
01:35 OpenAI and Oracle Expand AI Infrastructure
02:09 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- New ChatGPT Study Mode Guides Students Through Questions
- Google Intros Learning-Themed AI Mode Features for Search
- OpenAI, Oracle Expand AI Infrastructure Partnership
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In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Rhea Kelly is joined by Stephanie Reeves from WGU Labs to discuss a comprehensive survey on Western Governors University students' views on AI. They explore students' engagement with AI tools, equity gaps, comfort with AI applications, and the importance of transparency. Key findings include a gender gap in AI confidence, differing comfort levels with AI uses, and the rapid adoption of AI technologies. The episode concludes with practical recommendations for institutions to better integrate AI in support of student learning experiences.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:33 Survey Overview and Goals
02:48 Key Findings: Gender Gap in AI Confidence
05:21 Student Comfort Levels with AI Applications
09:39 AI Chatbots and Student Support
12:33 Importance of Transparency in AI
14:14 Surprising Findings and Rapid AI Adoption
16:34 Future Surveys and Recommendations
20:48 Conclusion and Podcast Outro
Resource links:
- Students are AI Optimists, but Women are at Risk of Being Left Behind
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 21 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the U.S. Department of Education's new guidance on using federal grant funds for AI-based learning tools, BforeAI's findings on a phishing campaign targeting ED’s G5 portal, and a new AI literacy program for underserved youth by Operation HOPE and Georgia State University.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:16 AI in Education: New Federal Guidance
01:01 Cybersecurity Alert: Phishing Campaign Targeting Education Sector
01:30 AI Literacy Initiative for Underserved Youth
02:06 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- ED Issues Guidance on the Use of Federal Grant Funds to Support Learner Outcomes with AI
- Phishing Campaign Targets ED Grant Portal
- Georgia State U and Operation HOPE Program Fosters AI Literacy in Underserved Youth
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses key updates in higher education technology, including OpenStax's partnership with Microsoft to integrate open educational resources into Microsoft Learning Zone, InsideTrack joining the Salesforce Accelerator program to enhance AI tools for nonprofits, and Thesis Elements' new student life module designed to streamline housing, meal plans, and other services. Tune in for detailed insights on these advancements aimed at improving educational experiences globally.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:16 OpenStax and Microsoft Partnership
00:53 InsideTrack Joins Salesforce Accelerator
01:25 Thesis Elements Launches New Student Life Module
01:57 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- Collaboration Brings OpenStax Course Materials to Microsoft Learning Zone
- Nonprofit to Pilot Agentic AI Tool for Student Success Work
- New Thesis Elements Student Life Module Integrates Housing, Meal Plans, and Student Services
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights recent developments in higher education technology, including Backslash Security's discovery of vulnerabilities in the Model Context Protocol, a U.S. District Court's ruling on Anthropic's use of copyrighted books, and Google DeepMind's launch of the lightweight AI model, Gemma 3n. Learn about the Neighbor Jack flaw, the OS injection vulnerability, and how these situations impact AI and security. Additionally, stay updated on Anthropic's legal challenges and the features of Google’s latest AI innovation designed for mobile and edge devices.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast
00:16 Security Vulnerabilities in Model Context Protocol
00:54 Anthropic's Copyright Ruling and Legal Challenges
01:26 Google DeepMind's Gemma 3n AI Model Launch
02:05 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- Report: Agentic AI Protocol Is Vulnerable to Cyber Attacks
- Federal Court Rules AI Training with Copyrighted Books Fair Use
- Google Launches Lightweight Gemma 3n, Expanding Edge AI Efforts
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In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly speaks with Scott Taylor, associate VP for Student Experience at Georgia Southern University. They discuss the use of AI and technology in improving student engagement and success. Scott shares insights on rethinking student support through mobile-based academic improvement plans, which drastically improved engagement rates. He also delves into the evolution of their AI-powered virtual assistant, GUS Bot, which has now become integral in providing 24/7 assistance to students. They highlight the importance of data integration and security in AI implementation, and Scott offers a glimpse into future AI capabilities that could revolutionize student support and success.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:31 Scott Taylor's Role and Initial Challenges
02:01 Adopting Technology for Student Engagement
02:59 AI and Proactive Student Support
04:22 Student Comfort with AI and Gus Bot
05:44 Implementing and Integrating AI Tools
07:34 Data Cleanup and Accuracy
12:09 Encouraging Student Engagement with AI
13:45 Mental Health Support and Workflow Planning
18:52 Ongoing AI Development and Future Prospects
27:30 Conclusion and Podcast Sign-off
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 28 minutes
Transcript
In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses a Microsoft report showing increased student AI usage, with 93% of American students using AI for school tasks. Cisco introduces AgenticOps, an AI-first approach to IT operations, featuring the Cisco AI Assistant, AI Canvas, and Deep Network Model. The Linux Foundation will host the Agent2Agent protocol project to promote secure AI agent communication. Stay tuned for more updates in higher education technology.
00:00 Introduction to Campus Technology Insider Podcast
00:15 Microsoft Report: Surge in Student AI Usage
00:50 Cisco's AgenticOps: Revolutionizing IT Operations
01:28 Linux Foundation Hosts Agent2Agent Protocol
02:02 Conclusion and Upcoming Break Announcement
Source links:
- Survey: Student AI Use on the Rise
- Cisco Introduces AI-First Approach to IT Operations
- Linux Foundation to Host Protocol for AI Agent Interoperability
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly discusses the latest stories in education technology. Highlights include the launch of LawZero by Yoshua Bengio to develop transparent 'scientist AI' systems, a new Cloud Security Alliance guide on red teaming for agentic AI, and OpenAI's report on the malicious use of AI in cybercrime. For more detailed coverage, visit campustechnology.com.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:15 LawZero: Ensuring Safe AI Development
00:52 Cloud Security Alliance's New Guide
01:27 OpenAI Report on AI in Cybercrime
02:06 Conclusion and Further Resources
Source links:
- New Nonprofit to Work Toward Safer, Truthful AI
- Cloud Security Alliance Offers Playbook for Red Teaming Agentic AI Systems
- OpenAI Report Identifies Malicious Use of AI in Cloud-Based Cyber Threats
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In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly discusses the open call for speakers for the September 2025 Tech Tactics in Education Conference, focusing on overcoming innovation roadblocks in K-12 and higher education. She also highlights a new study on AI technostress and its impact on productivity and employee burnout, and introduces Network to Code's new tool, NautobotGPT, designed to assist enterprise network teams with automation tasks.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:17 Call for Speakers: Tech Tactics in Education Conference 2025
00:56 AI Technostress: The Hidden Cost of Productivity
01:27 NautobotGPT: Revolutionizing Network Automation
01:54 Conclusion and Further Information
Source links:
- Call for Speakers Now Open for Tech Tactics in Education: Overcoming Roadblocks to Innovation
- Researchers: AI's Productivity Gains Come at a Cost
- Network to Code Launches AI Assistant for Enterprise Network Teams
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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
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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
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
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
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 (coming soon)
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 (coming soon)
· 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
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
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
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Digital transformation is not just about implementing new technologies — it’s also about people and the ability to embrace change. In fact, you might say that’s the hardest part: Culture is often cited as one of the biggest barriers to digital transformation in higher ed. In February, our Campus Technology Leadership Summit tackled that very topic with a wonderful panel discussion on building innovation into the culture of a university. We spoke with Christine Whitney Sanchez, chief culture officer for the University Technology Office at Arizona State University, and Chris Dellarocas, associate provost of Digital Learning & Innovation at Boston University, about how they are working to transform institutional culture, incubate new ideas, support collaboration and experimentation, and more. Here’s that conversation.
Resource links:
- Campus Technology Leadership Summit
- Boston University Digital Learning & Innovation
- Arizona State University, University Technology Office’s Conscious Collaborative Culture
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 44 minutes
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At Ohio State University, students developed a list of 10 ways that instructors can use the learning management system more effectively — common-sense guidelines that aim to make courses more consistent, predictable, easier to navigate and generally more student-friendly. We spoke with Sam Craighead, associate director of professional learning in Ohio State’s Office of Technology and Digital Innovation, about understanding the student perspective, supporting faculty with research-based practices, and the impact of instructional design on student success.
Resource links:
- Carmen Common Sense
- Keep Teaching Resource Center
- Campus Technology Leadership Summit
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 31 minutes
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The pandemic has been a testament to the progress that has been made in the use of technology to support online learning, but it has also revealed how poorly traditional course design translates to a digital experience. And that’s an opportunity for institutions to become more sophisticated in leveraging digital learning environments to go beyond what’s possible in a brick-and-mortar classroom. That’s according to Luyen Chou, chief learning officer at 2U. Here, we talk about transforming online pedagogy, the potential of emerging technologies, the beauty of simple data, essential human skills and more.
Resource links:
- Study: How Video Production Affects Student Engagement (optimal length of a learning video)
- 2U’s Learning Experience Framework
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 34 minutes
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Back in November, Campus Technology hosted a virtual summit about innovation in IT: all of the ways higher education technology leaders have embraced agility and flexibility in challenging times. A highlight of the event was a panel discussion on digital transformation, and how the pandemic has accelerated digital efforts on campus. Our panelists were: Marina Aminy, dean of Online Education and Learning Resources at Saddleback College; Michael Berman, chief information officer at California State University; Shawna Dark, chief academic technology officer and executive director for Research, Teaching, and Learning at the University of California, Berkeley; and Jessica Phillips, interim director of Learning Programs and Digital Flagship at The Ohio State University. They talked about their digital transformation priorities, the need for a student-centric approach, issues of equity and access, pedagogical challenges, and more. Here's that conversation.
Resource links:
- Saddleback College Online Education
- The Ohio State University Digital Flagship initiative
- Educause 2022 Top 10 IT Issues
- Berkeley Online Advising (BOA)
- California State University CSUCCESS program
- Carmen Common Sense
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 45 minutes
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How will emerging technologies impact the future of education? While it’s easy to get caught up in the hype around trends such as the metaverse and artificial intelligence, true progress comes in slow, incremental improvements in using technology to inform teaching and learning, according to Neil Heffernan, professor of computer science and director of the Learning Sciences and Technologies Graduate Program at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Here, we talk about augmented reality, intelligent tutoring systems and the need for better research infrastructure in ed tech.
Resource links:
- ASSISTments
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 25 minutes
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The digital transformation of higher ed has been going on for years, but the current pandemic has brought that process into laser focus – and accelerated digital efforts perhaps like nothing else could. Institutions are going through deep shifts in culture, workforce and technology, enabling new educational models, transforming operations, and even changing the whole value proposition of a higher education. Yet at the same time, digital transformation is so expansive it can be difficult to define, and even harder to manage. We spoke with Betsy Reinitz, director of enterprise and IT programs at EDUCAUSE, about what digital transformation means, how to start a Dx journey, the biggest obstacles to Dx and more.
Resource links:
- EDUCAUSE survey: Institutional Engagement in Digital Transformation
- Dx Institutional Self-Assessment tool (EDUCAUSE membership required)
- Guide to Design Your Dx Strategy
- Dx Signals Checklist
- EDUCAUSE Dx Journey Roadmap
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 25 minutes
Transcript
The pandemic accelerated digital transformation and the adoption of new learning models at many colleges and universities — but higher ed culture has some catching up to do. While institutions traditionally measure change in decades, we’re now in a time when flexibility, innovation and risk-taking are key to student access and opportunity as well as institutional survival. We spoke with Dr. Mark Lombardi, president of Maryville University, about why the business model of higher ed is broken, the importance of lifelong learning and technology’s role in moving universities toward a better future.
Resource links:
- Maryville University Digital Development Project
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 29 minutes
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Colby College in Maine is investing $30 million to create the Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence, the first cross-disciplinary institute for AI at a liberal arts institution. Among its goals: to democratize AI, moving it beyond the realm of large universities and technology companies to transform teaching, learning and research in a wide variety of disciplines. Yet it’s not just about how AI can inform the liberal arts, according to Amanda Stent, inaugural director of the Davis Institute. It’s also about how a liberal arts perspective can bring about a better understanding of whether, how, and in what ways the use of AI can benefit — or harm — our society. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about the most critical AI skills for students, the ethics behind AI algorithms, what you should ask yourself about the AI tools you allow into your home, and more.
Resource links:
- Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence at Colby College
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 27 minutes
Transcript
Over the past few years, online learning in higher education has gone through a period of disruptive change. Not only did the pandemic trigger a massive shift from in-person classes to online, but it also brought new models of hybrid learning to the forefront. And micro-credentials, programs certifying specific competencies that can stand alone or be applied toward a larger degree, have gained momentum as learners have needed to reskill and compete in an evolving workforce. To explore these trends and more, we spoke with Dr. Betty Vandenbosch, chief content officer at Coursera, about the state of online education, the future of the traditional four-year degree, and what universities should be doing to keep up with alternative credential pathways.
Resource links:
- Coursera
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 25 minutes
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A team from Indiana University set out to expand the scope of pedagogical research by creating ManyClasses, a model for studying how students learn not just in a single classroom, but in a variety of different classes across multiple universities. For this episode of the podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly speaks with researchers Emily Fyfe and Ben Motz about how ManyClasses works, the challenges of using a learning management system to conduct research, what they learned from the first ManyClasses experiment, and more.
Resource links:
- ManyClasses project
- “ManyClasses 1: Assessing the Generalizable Effect of Immediate Feedback Versus Delayed Feedback Across Many College Classes” (Advances in Methods and Practices in Psychological Science, July 2021)
- Unizin
- Terracotta
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 33 minutes
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In 2015, California State University launched Graduation Initiative 2025, an ambitious plan to increase graduation rates and eliminate equity gaps in degree completion across the system’s 23 campuses. Then halfway through that work, COVID hit — and all those student supports and services had to shift online. For this episode of the podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly speaks with Dr. James Minor, assistant vice chancellor at CSU and leader of the Graduation Initiative, to find out how CSU kept students on track despite the challenges of the pandemic, the technologies and infrastructure that were needed to support students remotely, and what will remain in place going forward.
Resource links:
- CSU Graduation Initiative 2025
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 34 minutes
Transcript
For many years, the Horizon Report has been tracking trends, technologies and key practices in teaching and learning. But this year, there’s one striking difference: the impact of a global pandemic on practically every aspect of higher education. In some ways, colleges and universities may never be the same — but in other ways, trends that were important before COVID-19 have persisted, even as we view them through a new lens. To make sense of it all, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly speaks with Kathe Pelletier, director of EDUCAUSE’s Teaching and Learning Program and co-author of the report, about key technology trends, their impact on IT departments, new education models and more.
Resource links:
- 2021 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report: Teaching and Learning Edition
- Learning Lab: Designing Hybrid-Flexible (HyFlex) Courses to Support Multimodal Learning Environments
- Learning Space Rating System
- IMS Global Comprehensive Learner Record
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 37 minutes
Transcript
When you picture a university innovation center, what comes to mind is usually a lot of hands-on collaboration and networking. But what happens when that heavily in-person experience is forced to go virtual? For this episode of the podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Matt Segneri, executive director of the Harvard Innovation Labs, to find out about the past year’s challenges and successes converting in-person student activities into virtual experiences that still capture that entrepreneurial vibe.
Resource links:
- Harvard Innovation Labs
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 32 minutes
EDUCAUSE recently released its first Information Security Edition of the Horizon Report, profiling important trends, technologies and practices shaping the future of IT security and privacy in higher education. For this episode of the podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly speaks with Brian Kelly, director of the cybersecurity program at EDUCAUSE, to discuss the new report, the technological trends on the horizon in IT security, how the pandemic is impacting privacy concerns, and more.
Resource links:
- 2021 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report: Information Security Edition
- EDUCAUSE Privacy Showcase
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 25 minutes
One unintended impact of the pandemic in higher education is the strain that remote work and learning has put on IT security. Decisions made out of necessity in the heat of the moment, to preserve the continuity of teaching and learning, can potentially put campus networks and data at risk. In this episode of the podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Stephen Heath, chief information security officer for Intrinium, an IT and security consulting and managed services company, to learn more about the security challenges institutions are facing — as well as evolving threats like ransomware.
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 19 minutes
How will higher education evolve as we head into – hopefully – post-pandemic times? Is it even possible to make predictions with circumstances still in flux? In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Richard Garrett, chief research officer at higher education research firm Eduventures, about his predictions for 2021, the impact of the pandemic on online learning and ed tech, and the opportunities he sees for higher ed in the coming year.
Resource links:
- Higher Education Predictions for 2021, Part 1
- Higher Education Predictions for 2021, Part 2
- Educause Top IT Issues, 2021
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 38 minutes
When Boston University launched its hybrid learning initiative this fall, it also created a Classroom Moderator program: essentially an army of student workers deployed in the classroom to help ensure that hybrid learning could run smoothly. In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Ernie Perez, director of educational technology for BU Digital Learning and Innovation, and Jill Beckman, executive director of Client Services, about how they rolled out the classroom moderator service and made it a success.
Resource links:
- Boston University’s Learn from Anywhere initiative
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 38 minutes
Last fall, Oregon State University launched an Ecampus online program for its introductory physics courses, with an emphasis on collaborative, hands-on work. In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Senior Physics Instructor KC Walsh and Associate Department Head David Craig about how they’ve used technology, open educational resources, take-home lab kits and more to engage students from a distance.
Resource links:
- Oregon State University Ecampus
- Lightboard
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 28 minutes
For information technology leaders in higher education, one silver lining of the pandemic has been the opportunity it has given IT to shine at a strategic level. In this bonus episode of the podcast, university CIOs Jill Albin-Hill and Paige Francis share how they have been able to get involved in pandemic response planning, fast-track IT projects, provide critical solutions to campus challenges, elevate the position of IT within institutional leadership, and more. The conversation comes from Campus Technology’s recent Distance Learning Summit.
Resource links:
- Campus Technology Distance Learning Summit
- Forbes: New Fear Arises During Covid-19’s Contingency Planning Season In Higher Education
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 57 minutes
Since students have returned to school and remote learning this fall, there has been a dramatic increase in internet searches related to academic fraud — that’s according to data from Cisco Talos. In a recent blog post, the threat intelligence team detailed how essay mills operate and how academic fraud websites can lead to more serious cybersecurity threats. It’s a wild ride through falsified app reviews, shoddy workmanship and a rabbit hole of malicious activity. In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Jaeson Schultz, technical leader at Cisco Talos, about his research into academic fraud and the potentially hazardous websites and applications that go along with it.
Resource links:
- Cisco Talos: The Internet Did My Homework
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 19 minutes
China’s Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University was one of the first to shift to remote learning when the COVID-19 pandemic hit earlier this year. Now, it’s stepping things up for the fall by outfitting classrooms for the HyFlex model. In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly talks with Roland Sherwood, manager of the university’s educational technologies team, to find out more.
Resource links:
- Remote Learning on the Fly: Notes from China
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 27 minutes
The fall semester is beginning, and we are finally starting to see reopening plans play out at colleges and universities across the country. In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly explores the pandemic decision-making process with Dr. Eric Monday, executive vice president for finance and administration at the University of Kentucky, and also the chair of UK’s Pandemic Response Team. He talks about how the team is structured, what types of data they monitor, what kinds of challenges they have been working through, and how they are approaching contingency planning.
Resource links:
- University of Kentucky’s COVID-19 information hub
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 30 minutes
In this bonus episode of the podcast, Dr. Elliot Stern, president of Saddleback College in Southern California, talks candidly about how his institution is making strategic decisions for the fall and what kinds of policies and infrastructure they are putting in place to move forward. The conversation comes from Campus Technology’s recent Distance Learning Summit – a virtual event focused on the most critical considerations for managing higher ed’s “new normal” during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resource links:
- Campus Technology Distance Learning Summit
- Why Saddleback College Expects to Be 90 Percent Online for Fall
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 56 minutes
Julie Johnston, director of learning spaces for Indiana University, has been working hard to make classrooms safe for students and faculty this fall. In this episode, she talks with Campus Technology Executive Editor Rhea Kelly about how the new reality of COVID-19 is impacting IU’s campuses, the challenges of preparing classrooms for the fall, and technology’s role in ensuring a successful teaching and learning experience.
Resource links:
- Indiana University’s Return to Campus Guide
- IU’s Classroom Database
- IU’s Keep Teaching Resources for Faculty
- Educause Learning Space Design Community Group
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 32 minutes
In this first episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, Executive Editor Rhea Kelly speaks with futurist Bryan Alexander about higher education’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and how the fall semester might play out as colleges and universities reopen.
Resource links:
- More about Bryan Alexander
- How to Be an Ed Tech Futurist
Music: Mixkit
Duration: 36 minutes