Let’s face it; it can be difficult to keep up with every advancement or hot topic in Higher Ed IT while juggling projects and trying to meet deadlines. Instead of digging through all that the internet has to offer, let us save you time by finding the diamonds in the rough for you. Discover what’s going on in the field with our list of the must-read Higher Ed IT articles from this month.
The Rise of Ransomware in Higher Ed
With the popularity of ransomware on the rise, universities are in a potentially vulnerable position against attackers looking to take vital student, faculty, and staff information hostage. Annie Wiker explains exactly what “ransomware” means, why Higher Ed is specifically at risk, and what university IT departments can do to prevent it. Learn more about ransomware in Higher Ed Tech Decision’s full article.
Dispelling Myths about Online Learners [Infographic]
EdTech professionals are always trying to better understand the needs and expectations of their students, but not everything we take for granted about online students is necessarily true. This infographic, based on a report on online student trends by The Learning House, breaks down commonly held beliefs about the average online student and how they prefer to interact. Find the full infographic in this EdTech Magazine article.
CRM Strategy at GU
Constituent Relationship Management systems are vital to Higher Ed for keeping up with alumni, donors, prospective and current students, and everyone in between. Sri Ravipati, of Campus Technology, walks us through a recent CRM implementation at Georgetown University and how it will benefit the university. Read more about Georgetown’s CRM strategy in Campus Technology’s full article.
Higher Ed Twitter Best Practices
Twitter, as well as other social media platforms, has become an increasingly important tool for universities to engage with their users. The Higher Ed community is rapidly expanding on Twitter, and it’s important to keep up to ensure that your institution can effectively market itself to prospective students, keep users informed about everything going on on campus, and solve problems before they start. Learn more about the three best practices for maintaining your institution’s presence on Twitter in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
Outsourcing Security to MSSPs
Security systems and their management are a huge priority for Higher Ed IT departments, but with increased risks and shrinking budgets, it can be tough to keep up with the security needs of a modern institution. Aletha Noonan explores the benefits of relying on managed security service providers (MSSPs) for some or all of a university’s security. Learn more about outsourcing security in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
UMass Amherst Saves with Solar
The biggest roadblock for the progress of large-scale renewable energy implementations is budget. UMass Amherst is showing that that may not necessarily be the case anymore, as they’re now looking to save approximately $6.2 million by installing solar panels on campus. Discover the benefits of solar energy for Higher Ed in Campus Technology’s full article.
Campus Technology Checklist
Providing students access to cutting-edge technology gives universities a competitive edge when trying to engage with prospective students. Alan Joch outlines the five key areas where a modern university should be investing in IT to keep up with the competition. Find his technology checklist in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
Campus Cybersecurity
With all of the sensitive information that Universities collect and store about their students, faculty, and staff, it’s no wonder that they’ve become a favorite target for devious hackers. Luckily, security doesn’t lie solely on the shoulders of the IT department. There are a lot of safeguards that students, faculty, and staff can take, in collaboration with their IT department, to ensure that their university is secure. Read more about the basics of cybersecurity in Higher Ed Tech Decisions full article.
Benefits of Digital Signage
Digital signage has become a popular topic in Higher Ed IT, but the question always comes back to whether the benefits outway the costs. Amy Burroughs explains that, while the benefits of digital signage are plenty, investing in that technology could end up saving your university money in the long run. Learn more about Digital Signage in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
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