ERO RSS Feedhttps://er.educause.edu/rssLatest ERO Contenten{7C1335AD-AFB9-4F8D-B68C-A1757660FB42}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/embracing-change-reflections-on-the-coursegateway-initiative-and-its-impact-on-educauseEmbracing Change: Reflections on the CourseGateway Initiative and Its Impact on EDUCAUSEAs the CourseGateway initiative draws to a close, EDUCAUSE is dedicated to consolidating courseware selection into our existing evaluation and benchmarking offerings to help institutional decision-makers in both the discovery and the implementation phases of new technology deployment. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{F6766E8A-527F-4DB2-933F-9B24DAF49167}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/harnessing-the-power-of-technology-to-train-student-employeesHarnessing the Power of Technology to Train Student EmployeesIn the rapidly evolving world of higher education and training, colleges and universities have a unique opportunity to leverage technology for the benefit of their student employees.Thu, 28 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{28F1CACE-95F9-469C-AAF7-29816201BB14}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/leaders-are-readers-q1-2024-reading-listLeaders Are Readers: Q1 2024 Reading ListThe suggested readings in this installment of the "Leaders Are Readers" series challenge traditional notions of productivity. They also underscore the importance of resilience and belonging and explore the relationship between leading well and writing well. Finally, they remind us that the most important leadership lessons often come from students.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{018819E2-2F32-4F96-91E4-F021815CFB3B}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/leveraging-displaced-talent-to-address-growing-it-workforce-needsLeveraging Displaced Talent to Address Growing IT Workforce NeedsIn the face of unprecedented workforce challenges, higher education institutions can advance inclusivity and innovation by embracing displaced talent.Wed, 27 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{F1F2FD4D-4E24-4D9A-B738-37E8CE0A7299}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2024/3/why-higher-education-employees-are-leaving-and-what-managers-can-do-about-itWhy Higher Education Employees Are Leaving and What Managers Can Do About ItThe CUPA-HR 2023 Higher Education Employee Retention Survey was conducted to understand the factors driving the retention crisis after COVID-19. In this video, a CUPA-HR executive discusses some of those factors and what leaders can do to retain staff. You can view all of CUPA-HR's finding by visiting the CUPA-HR 2023 Higher Education Employee Retention Survey.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{013AA818-B047-4453-99FD-4F0D189D3DB2}https://er.educause.edu/articles/sponsored/2024/3/unleashing-performance-and-intelligence-in-higher-education-networksUnleashing Performance and Intelligence in Higher Education NetworksWi-Fi 7 delivers a leap in performance and coverage that today's higher education campuses demand, while artificial intelligence empowers IT departments to manage increasingly complex environments.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{B10BB135-40EB-4904-A8BA-11CE94B18B9C}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/7-things-you-should-know-about-third-party-risk-management7 Things You Should Know About Third-Party Risk ManagementColleges and universities implement countless third-party products and services, any of which could pose risks to the institution, its data, and its constituents.Thu, 21 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{1454EC11-F949-4AF2-80D9-1640814B4FA3}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/3/the-machine-translated-web-signs-of-a-new-educational-realityThe Machine-Translated Web: Signs of a New Educational RealityA new study reveals the extent to which AI translations already dominate the internet. What does this mean for educators?Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{022A900E-2DD2-4874-B1F1-735E52567D8E}https://er.educause.edu/podcasts/educause-community-conversations/young-professionals-perspectives-on-career-developmentYoung Professionals’ Perspectives on Career DevelopmentJohn O'Brien talks with two former members of the EDUCAUSE Young Professionals Advisory Committee about their perspectives on building a career in higher education technology.Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{D84D8627-2ECF-4217-83C3-01F36B0439B1}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2024/3/how-senior-leaders-support-young-professionalsHow Senior Leaders Support Young ProfessionalsTwo former members of the EDUCAUSE Young Professionals Advisory Committee discuss how senior leadership is supporting younger staff in the higher ed tech industry.Thu, 14 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{B6AB2CAE-8D15-434A-8A96-4F547C7C017D}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2024/3/inclusive-hiring-5-tips-for-employersInclusive Hiring: 5 Tips for EmployersKaren Catlin, author of <em>Better Allies: Everyday Actions to Create Inclusive, Engaging Workplaces,</em> shares tips for making the hiring process more inclusive and welcoming for a variety of candidates.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 06:00:00 Z{37A38C93-45EA-421C-BF0C-E1C515D0B43D}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/getting-started-with-data-governanceGetting Started with Data GovernanceFour experts share their thoughts on successfully building data governance and overcoming resistance in higher education.Thu, 29 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{21AAEDF6-98A1-4F2F-A519-33E0F6C9C1A2}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/educause-quickpoll-results-positioning-higher-education-it-governance-as-a-strategic-functionEDUCAUSE QuickPoll Results: Positioning Higher Education IT Governance as a Strategic FunctionAlthough most colleges and universities have established IT governance practices, the approaches differ, with varying levels of effectiveness.Wed, 21 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{4209A75C-98CC-4A1E-A96B-38F9AB599A8D}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2019/4/4-considerations-for-it-governance4 Considerations for IT Governance [video]Approaching the complexity of an IT governance strategy can be daunting. Here are four things to consider to get started.Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 Z{2C24BB1D-97D5-4D95-9C99-8882F9852A6B}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/thinkering-making-sharing-and-reflecting-a-model-for-online-collaborative-project-based-learningThinkering, Making, Sharing, and Reflecting: A Model for Online Collaborative Project-Based LearningThe TMSR instructional design model with four "Ons" can be used to create effective online learning environments with collaborative project-based learning activities that help facilitate student engagement and connection.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{0031B13D-9CEE-4A88-AAF6-4726BF74ECF2}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/questions-to-ask-before-taking-an-interim-roleQuestions to Ask before Taking an Interim RoleBefore agreeing to accept an offer of an internal interim position at your college or university, you should ask your boss and yourself several questions that can help determine both your suitability for the assignment and the assignment's suitability for you.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{B0E6EDD0-2D17-43EA-B881-D2456B106D2B}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/a-new-data-mindset-creating-equitable-student-outcomes-and-vibrant-communitiesA New Data Mindset: Creating Equitable Student Outcomes and Vibrant CommunitiesTransforming community colleges to transform their communities by accelerating more equitable student outcomes requires institutional leaders to adopt a new data mindset that is fully focused on building better access to college, creating momentum for timely completion, and ensuring equitable mobility for graduates along career paths paying a family-sustaining wage.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{02C8AC7E-57A6-4792-8606-BCD392CB3671}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/educause-submits-comments-on-proposed-net-neutrality-ruleEDUCAUSE Submits Comments on Proposed Net Neutrality RuleIn November 2023, the Federal Communications Commission issued a proposed rule to reclassify broadband internet access as a telecommunications service under Title II of the Communications Act, thus reestablishing its 2015 net neutrality regulations. EDUCAUSE and the Association for Research Libraries submitted joint comments in December 2023 expressing the associations' support for an open internet.Tue, 13 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{0AECF004-5B74-4D34-AB2C-4B8F87448E8F}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/how-and-why-the-university-of-michigan-built-its-own-closed-generative-ai-toolsHow (and Why) the University of Michigan Built Its Own Closed Generative AI ToolsTo address privacy, accessibility, and affordability issues, the University of Michigan decided to develop closed generative AI tools for use by its campus community.Wed, 07 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{A58E2081-4BAC-4A44-BCCC-B5F9CCA9A6C9}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/fall-2023-regulatory-agenda-highlightsFall 2023 Regulatory Agenda HighlightsThe Biden administration released its Fall 2023 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions in December 2023. The Regulatory Agenda provides insights on the regulatory activities under development across federal departments and agencies and includes updates to several regulations EDUCAUSE has been following.Thu, 01 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{A5EA557A-E132-4EB4-8F98-10A337BB9ED1}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/exploring-the-opportunities-and-challenges-with-generative-aiExploring the Opportunities and Challenges with Generative AIEffectively integrating generative AI into higher education requires policy development, cross-functional engagement, ethical principles, risk assessments, collaboration with other institutions, and an exploration of diverse use cases.Tue, 06 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{A1447EB6-AB48-4BD2-AD52-838294B5E69A}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/2/digital-transformation-20-the-age-of-aiDigital Transformation 2.0: The Age of AIWith the rapid developments in artificial intelligence, higher education is entering a second phase of digital transformation: Dx 2.0. Technology and other campus leaders can take steps now to help prepare their institutions.Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:00:00 Z{084B36AA-3832-4448-A1ED-67E6803B7544}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2024/1/4-ways-to-understand-privacy4 Ways to Understand PrivacyA chief privacy officer shares four insights to help better understand several nuanced and easily overlooked dimensions of data privacy.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{B123E5A3-B310-4DFE-BA0F-21B949673D00}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/7-things-you-should-know-about-data-deidentification-and-anonymization7 Things You Should Know About Data De-Identification and AnonymizationAs the types and amounts of personal data increase, users and institutions need to strengthen the ways they protect the sensitive information they collect and use.Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{5523776A-C6A8-4734-9825-79E31254B26E}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/cybersecurity-incident-management-and-response-guideCybersecurity Incident Management and Response GuideEnsuring that your entire team understands what actions to take can make an important difference in how—and how quickly—your institution emerges from an incident.Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{B1A900DA-5D3F-4F3E-A198-3D9C71004A18}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/will-our-educational-system-keep-pace-with-ai-a-students-perspective-on-ai-and-learningWill Our Educational System Keep Pace with AI? A Student's Perspective on AI and LearningReflecting on AI and learning, a student offers four insights gleaned from firsthand interactions with ChatGPT.Wed, 24 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{A6AA8337-A2F3-4C8A-85EA-E81719B982ED}https://er.educause.edu/multimedia/2024/1/privacy-in-higher-education-underinvesting-in-one-of-our-greatest-challengesPrivacy in Higher Education: Underinvesting in One of Our Greatest ChallengesInstitutions should consider making stronger investments in, and dedicating more attention to, privacy staffing and training.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{BA2BAC37-51E9-4E23-B745-D333C36BDF81}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/cybersecurity-governance-toolkitCybersecurity Governance ToolkitA vital part of any institution’s cybersecurity efforts is an effective, mission-aligned governance program.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{DA1A99D0-7DFD-4857-B75D-4464FD483E6D}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/the-creative-leaders-we-need-a-perspective-from-women-in-itThe CREATIVE Leaders We Need: A Perspective from Women in ITTo successfully navigate today's ever-changing environment while attracting and retaining the best employees, higher education leaders must be curious, resilient, empathetic, authentic, thoughtful, inclusive, vulnerable, and emotionally intelligent.Tue, 16 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{44894EEC-9559-47D0-838C-EF9D65645403}https://er.educause.edu/podcasts/educause-rising-voices/2024/the-holiday-rechargeThe Holiday RechargeHosts Sarah and Wes discuss how to disengage from work concerns when it's time for a long break and how to avoid vacation whiplash on your return.Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{A9272B30-FCE6-4C26-B9D6-A2701F297921}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/xr-in-higher-education-adoption-considerations-and-recommendationsXR in Higher Education: Adoption, Considerations, and RecommendationsAs extended reality continues to be adopted in colleges and universities, higher education leaders need to consider regulatory and ethical implications. The authors offer a three-phased implementation approach.Wed, 10 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{7CD5D917-E074-466E-92D5-0C104F594729}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2024/1/mind-the-gap-strategies-for-unifying-the-student-digital-experienceMind the Gap: Strategies for Unifying the Student Digital ExperienceSix strategies can help develop intentional, effective structures to improve students’ digital experiences.Tue, 09 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z{F7899389-5DA1-4C88-80D9-3A439E2BA484}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/ftc-publishes-final-breach-reporting-requirements-under-the-safeguards-ruleFTC Publishes Final Breach Reporting Requirements Under the Safeguards RuleThe Federal Trade Commission released its final breach reporting requirements under the latest revision of the Safeguards Rule. The reporting requirements take effect on May 13, 2024.Wed, 13 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{A49E2A8F-F308-4013-A7CB-A485E393AB13}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/teaching-with-gai-in-mindTeaching with GAI in MindIn the age of generative artificial intelligence, how should instructors change the way they teach?Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{F3338D9F-7722-44A4-9F3C-F0F8EE231423}https://er.educause.edu/podcasts/educause-exchange/student-perspectives-on-using-aiStudent Perspectives on Using AIIn this episode, we hear from three students who use AI to help them with their coursework. They also share their thoughts about how AI may serve their careers once they graduate.Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{BB175CED-363D-4289-981C-C42F6567BBD5}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/cross-campus-approaches-to-building-a-generative-ai-policyCross-Campus Approaches to Building a Generative AI PolicyParticularly for new technologies that disrupt long-standing practices and cultural beliefs, the work of carefully and intentionally developing effective policies can pay significant dividends.Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:00:00 Z{5D08D122-BB29-4C2D-8418-04F8412F2313}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/leaders-are-readers-q4-reading-listLeaders Are Readers: Q4 Reading ListThe suggested readings—and one podcast—in the fourth installment of the "Leaders Are Readers" series challenge leaders to shift their perspectives through reflection and learning.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{7D81259A-8EF3-43A5-8678-B0B0144BE836}https://er.educause.edu/articles/sponsored/2023/12/3-key-solutions-to-higher-education-cybersecurity-workforce-challenges3 Key Solutions to Higher Education Cybersecurity Workforce ChallengesHigher education is experiencing increased pressure from cybersecurity risk. These risks are compounded by cybersecurity workforce challenges. Learn three strategies institutions can use to address workforce gaps.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{2C272712-D474-4C3E-8E4C-343E7D1AC441}https://er.educause.edu/articles/sponsored/2024/3/facing-headwinds-it-agency-undeterred-by-disruptionFacing Headwinds: IT Agency Undeterred by DisruptionAn effective response to higher education disruption begins with recognizing that identity and access management is central to an IT organization's capacity to deliver continuous improvement and digital transformation to campus.Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:00 Z{179CCF11-AA26-4D0B-B45B-31B179386DDE}https://er.educause.edu/podcasts/educause-exchange/tips-for-creating-inclusive-learning-spacesTips for Creating Inclusive Learning SpacesBeyond implementing reactive changes, how can institutional leaders think about the ongoing effort to create inclusive learning environments? In this episode, we explore how designers can keep evolving their perspectives to help students and faculty feel comfortable to learn and engage.Thu, 07 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{CF9511A8-2FDF-4FAD-BDBC-72735C38C909}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/7-things-you-should-know-about-generative-ai7 Things You Should Know About Generative AIThe release of ChatGPT and similar AI tools that generate content including text, images, and audio has prompted both excitement and apprehension among leaders, faculty, students, and others in higher education.Wed, 06 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{84E05AD7-D87C-48A5-862D-7B03DA37CC56}https://er.educause.edu/articles/sponsored/2023/12/understanding-the-it-implications-of-the-enrollment-cliffUnderstanding the IT Implications of the Enrollment CliffDeclining college and university enrollments threaten the survival of higher education in its current form. To help institutions gain a competitive advantage, IT organizations must align themselves with institutional efforts.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{D5CB08CB-497D-463C-9F90-2652D4B85034}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/11/dojs-proposed-web-and-mobile-app-accessibility-regulations-an-overviewDOJ's Proposed Web and Mobile App Accessibility Regulations: An OverviewThe U.S. Department of Justice released its long-anticipated proposed regulation outlining web accessibility requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. EDUCAUSE submitted comments to DOJ on October 3, 2023.Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z{816912B7-5C8B-48AE-AA22-E5D3E7B19942}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/11/no-800-171-in-the-new-saig-agreementNo 800-171 in the New SAIG AgreementFederal Student Aid (FSA) has released a new version of its Student Aid Internet Gateway Agreement. The new version omits a NIST SP 800-171 compliance requirement, but FSA cites a provision of the agreement as the basis for its controlled unclassified information marking guidance regarding Federal Tax Information. FSA is urging institutions to sign the new agreement as soon as possible to avoid a delay in receiving 2024-25 FAFSA data from students and their families.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z{CBF22BFA-5A4F-4893-A5FD-A2FCFAF2B556}https://er.educause.edu/podcasts/educause-and-the-integrative-cio/celeste-schwartz-on-the-evolution-of-higher-ed-itCeleste Schwartz on the Evolution of Higher Ed ITHosts Cynthia and Jack talk with Celeste Schwartz, vice president for information technology and chief digital officer for Montgomery County Community College. She talks about her long career and the changes she has observed in higher education technology strategies over the years.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z{A3EE1612-A796-4178-86A5-6801EC405858}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/11/29-practical-actions-for-jedi-leaders29 Practical Actions for JEDI LeadersThese ideas for practical actions can enable frontline managers to foster justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in their teams, organizations, and institutions, modeling good practices and enacting positive change from the bottom up.Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z{53848F18-1FEC-4355-BD4F-9C191CA83EF8}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/collaboration-for-teaching-and-learning-in-the-roundCollaboration for Teaching and Learning in the RoundColleges and universities often need to balance educating a great number of students with the desire to encourage interactive and engaging teaching styles. One innovative approach is learning-in-the-round classroom design.Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{E3CF7DEC-9EA6-4D8C-BE59-67F668A8F0EA}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/12/the-evolution-of-collaboration-unveiling-the-educause-corporate-engagement-programThe Evolution of Collaboration: Unveiling the EDUCAUSE Corporate Engagement ProgramTo help implement one of the three strategic priorities in the recently released EDUCAUSE Strategic Plan, the association has created a new EDUCAUSE Corporate Engagement Program, designed to strengthen the collaboration between private industry and higher education institutions.Wed, 13 Dec 2023 07:00:00 Z{48622805-F19A-4BBB-808F-66BC7B38223B}https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/11/educause-quickpoll-results-a-sense-of-belonging-for-workforce-retentionEDUCAUSE QuickPoll Results: A Sense of Belonging for Workforce RetentionA sense of belonging is essential for a positive and productive workforce, and it can be eroded by experiences of discrimination, inflexible work environments, and unsupportive leadership.Mon, 13 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z{3FEA3213-4E24-45ED-99EB-14741E220CC7}https://er.educause.edu/articles/sponsored/2023/11/4-higher-ed-it-trends-and-how-software-can-help4 Higher Ed IT Trends and How Software Can HelpThis article explores emerging higher education IT trends, how those trends may impact network infrastructure, and possible solutions for trends like artificial intelligence, big data, learning analytics, and more.Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:00:00 Z