“88% of online consumers are less likely to return to a site after a bad experience” and “75% of consumers admit to making judgements on a company’s credibility based on the website design” – and this is just to introduce you to the importance of user experience. We are living in the world of on-demand [...]

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It’s 21st century and we know how important it is to target customers on mobile devices. But do you think native mobile apps are all about it? What about progressive web apps? Is the rift between ‘native’ and ‘progressive’ simply based on hype? We shall explore... People using mobile phones go through 2x the amount [...]

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Talking to machines just like the way you talk to your friends is neither a miracle nor a science fiction anymore. Thanks to the advancements and progressions made in the world of machine learning, artificial intelligence, natural language processing for making this a reality for us. As per a report, by 2020, 85% of the customer [...]

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Let’s take a tour… 1) Student Experience The SIS is not just an administrative software for the Registrar or Bursar. It is an application that students use to effectively conduct business with the institution. Research says most current legacy student information systems have a poor student user experience and have at best put “lipstick on [...]

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With cutting-edge technologies stepping in education space every day, it is imperative for higher ed institutions to cling to traditional setbacks. For an institution, managing student information system is a foremost priority. It is embedded throughout the holistic learning journey of a student, made by a myriad of behind-the-scenes technology blessings. But the question that [...]

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Solution to the never-ending problem of students dropping out every year jointly lies with the students and the institutions itself. Where students are ought to invest the required efforts, higher education institutions also have a responsibility to ensure that the students who enroll for a degree course with the college end up succeeding at them. […]

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The opportunity to utilize predictive analytics in higher education was first documented in a scholarly article in 2001; in 2012 several articles hypothesized on how best to use data as leading indicators. Yet many college and university administrators are still cautious when it comes to implementing predictive analytics. Perhaps this is due to the lack […]

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The Road to Educause 2018 We are very excited! The road to Educause 2018 is well and truly alive and buzzing with grandeur, as we are just days away from the biggest congregation of brilliant minds from edtech and higher-ed community in the country. The conference promises to provide a great networking platform– where all […]

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While CISOs of higher education institutions are quite vigilant about cyber threats, the fact remains that these centers of higher learning are becoming more vulnerable to security threats. This is simply because of the kind of data higher education institutes accumulate and disseminate. Higher-Ed IT systems are a treasure trove of high value information ranging […]

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Facilitating student engagement initiatives, by providing them with opportunities to participate in community activities leads to motivation, and creates a positive impact on all concerned. It encourages students to learn more and thus promotes individual growth. Modern academics and education enthusiasts believe that learning is a continuous process. As technology continues to change, higher-ed institutions […]

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Technology seems to be involved in all aspects of life today. There is a technology for everything today. Most of our needs are fulfilled with smartphones. The presence of mobile apps for several purposes has made human life much easier than before. Hungry? Use your mobile app to order for food online, and it will […]

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One campus app engages thousands of students! How do you think that statement makes you feel? Amazing, isn’t it? Student engagement is a top priority for all institutions, as it helps them improve student retention and increase alumni giving. Student engagement is not as easy as it sounds. You have to track various activities and [...]

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There is a whopping rise in the use of smart devices, especially smartphones and tablets, among the students in higher-ed. With the recent advancements in mobile technologies, the fact is undeniable that higher-ed students are going to rely on mobile devices such as mobile phones and tablets for studies in near future. If you compare [...]

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A growing population of higher-ed students now depend upon mobile apps for communication, entertainment, studies, banking, transportation, and more. Although most of the universities try to develop mobile apps focusing beyond traditional methodologies, they do not take student engagement into consideration. Their strategies are centered on fulfilling student needs only. This gap between fulfilling student [...]

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The young learners today have grown up in the age of technology. They spend most of their time on mobile phones and tablets to access important information whenever they need. Starting from college to professional career, young learners depend upon mobile to understand and interact with the world around them. One of the best ways [...]

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3 Ways To Build A Network Of Alumni Through Mobile Technologies Hats in the air, declare your success! While the moment of finally graduating can be joyous for your students, and so should be their motive to stay connected with your institution. Some students already have jobs in hand and some might be on the [...]

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The past decade has witnessed exponential growth, in the demand for mobile learning (“m-Learning”) solutions. This is largely due to the fact that students now carry wireless handheld devices everywhere they go. This means that students can potentially access course materials, download important information, watch video tutorials, and attend online seminars, from anywhere they are [...]

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This decade has witnessed the emergence of high-end mobile campus technologies. Today, various new strategies, mobile apps, and devices are being used to engage students and enhance academic growth. Mobile campus apps and digital campus strategies are rapidly evolving and paving way for more advanced campus management systems. In the year 2017, educational institutions got [...]

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Like every professional, you may have a username and a password to access your e-mail, bank account or social media accounts. As one person with multiple digital identities, you confront with "identity problems", however, not the type that term usually identifies. “A recent research indicates, 91% of users know that reusing passwords across multiple programs [...]

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While the web has connected the world, mobile phones are taking connectivity to the next level. Starting from young people to adults, today, everyone owns a smartphone or tablet. As a result, students are now immersed in new age, digital learning using advanced technologies such as wearables, smartphones, tablets, and virtual reality systems, etc. This [...]

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Being genuine is another level of praise – if we think people are genuine, we believe them to be trustworthy, devoted, and reliable. There's an identical notion in computer security. Business sites are crucial to safeguarding, so businesses provide access to a limited number of people. In the context of campus security, authentication means verifying [...]

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“Brands aren’t created, they are nurtured” A decade ago, only a handful of universities adopted a strategic approach towards brand building. Now, as the marketplace for academic skill, and reputation undergoes transition it has become imperative for Universities to focus on branding. Universities recognize the need of building gratitude for what makes them unique. Some [...]

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Using technology in the classroom has been a contentious topic for the last couple of years. Parents, teachers, policy makers, and students alike have weighed and argued the potential benefits versus the dangers and consequences of classroom technology, not just referring to the devices numerous students personally possess, but also when referring to the integration [...]

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The use of mobile technology to encourage learning and engagement in classrooms and all through grounds has seen noteworthy development as the improvement of mobile apps have risen. As of now, there are uncountable apps made for education alone. Apps that encourage student engagement have turned out to be basic services for students. All in [...]

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