Although Higher Ed may be slower to adopt new technologies than other fields, it can be tough to keep up with everything going on while also managing your own projects─that’s where we come in as your Higher Ed IT Hub. Let us help you save time out of your busy week with our list of the must-read Higher Ed IT articles this month.
Wearable Devices in Higher Ed
With the popularity of wearable devices, such as smartwatches, activity trackers, and virtual reality headgear, on the rise, Higher Ed IT is presented with new potential ways to increase student engagement. EdTech Magazine explains that, while “wearables” may not be financially feasible for institutions currently, some universities are already making use of student-owned wearable devices. Read more about the projected growth of the classroom wearable device market in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
Video Streaming & MOOCs
Unlike Silicon Valley, which is well known for its history of creating disruptive technology, Higher Ed is much more familiar with gradual improvement and the slow adoption of new technologies. Advances in internet connectivity and video streaming have opened Higher Ed up to many new student engagement opportunities, the most popular of which being the massively open online course (MOOC). Learn more about how to embrace the power of video streaming and MOOCs in Higher Ed Tech Decision’s full article.
Will Microsoft’s Acquisition of LinkedIn Affect Higher Ed?
Microsoft’s recent acquisition of LinkedIn may mean more to Higher Ed than is immediately apparent. LinkedIn, a prominent social media network, comes prepackaged with the recently acquired Lynda.com, potentially leading to connectivity between other Microsoft products, as well as increased competition between other online course platforms. Find out more about the specific details in EdTech Magazine’s full article.
Exciting New Technology from InfoComm 2016
eSchool News attended this year’s InfoComm, a conference devoted to AV devices, and came back with a list of their favorite technologies from the event. Their list covers a range of devices, from projectors to virtual meeting room services, and explores how they might be beneficial to education. Read more about what they found in eSchool News’ full article.
Diversity in Higher Ed IT – Infographic
Despite progress in recent years, Higher Ed IT is distinctly lacking in diversity, especially when compared to the U.S. workforce. EdTech Magazine does a great job of highlighting the gender, age, and race discrepancies among Higher Ed IT professionals. Learn more about how Higher Ed compares with EdTech Magazine’s handy infographic.
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