Viewpoints

Here you'll find opinion pieces and expert commentary on a variety of topics.


2017 Ed Tech Trends: The Halfway Point

Four higher ed IT leaders weigh in on the current state of education technology and what's ahead.

What to See at Campus Technology 2017

If you are traveling to Chicago this month to convene with other higher education IT leaders at CT2017, here are 8 sessions worth attending.

The Risk — and Value — of College Transparency

As Congress proposes a new postsecondary data reporting framework to help calculate the worth of higher education, security and privacy issues loom.

Ed Tech Changes ... and Stays the Same

From web 2.0 to the flipped classroom, here's how education technology trends have evolved over the years.

The Hidden Costs of Active Learning

Flipped and active learning truly are a better way for students to learn, but they also may be a fast track to instructor burnout.

What to See at SXSWedu 2017

Here are our picks for the sessions, workshops and panels that belong on your schedule next week in Austin.

6 Ed Tech Blogs You Should Be Reading

These sites offer a variety of perspectives on the trends and technologies impacting higher education.

Redefining Literacy in the Digital Age

Technology and digital media are changing the meaning of literacy and creating new challenges for teaching and learning.

Top 10 Campus Technology Stories of 2016

We review the most read articles on our website from the last year.

The IT Issues Ahead

Educause recently revealed its Top 10 IT Issues for 2017, prioritizing information security for the second year in a row and emphasizing data, infrastructure and IT leadership. What issues will most impact your institution?