While the future of Higher Ed technology is up for discussion, one thing is for certain: change is inevitable. Just as new technologies change the way we communicate, do business, and entertain ourselves, so too will it change how professors teach and how students learn, albeit likely at a slightly slower pace. We recently satContinue reading “How Will Technology Affect Higher Education In The Future?”
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Higher Ed IT Professionals Meetup Recap: Cybersecurity Challenges & Strategies
(This was originally published on Optimal Partners’ blog.) Sometimes cybersecurity in a Higher Ed environment can feel like fighting off many fires with only one bucket of water. Thankfully, Higher Ed’s unique culture allows IT professionals several opportunities to be able to reach out to their peers and share expertise. One such opportunity for those living inContinue reading “Higher Ed IT Professionals Meetup Recap: Cybersecurity Challenges & Strategies”
How to Save Thousands with These Free Cybersecurity Programs
(This was originally published on Optimal Partners’ blog.) Cybersecurity is one of the most pressing issues facing Higher Ed institutions currently. Unfortunately, third-party penetration testing and vulnerability assessments can be incredibly expensive, especially for large universities. It may sound too-good-to-be-true, but there is a suite of cybersecurity programs offered for free to help private companies andContinue reading “How to Save Thousands with These Free Cybersecurity Programs”
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I’ve written several articles and blog posts for Optimal Partners Consulting, ranging from monthly community updates, event recaps, how-to-guides, and news updates.
What will Higher Ed IT Look like in 2020?
The future of Higher Education is a popular topic of discussion among academics and administrative staff alike. But, while there are plenty of differing positions about what will facilitate the most important changes in the next few years, there seems to be a consensus that technology will be leading the charge. In an attempt toContinue reading “What will Higher Ed IT Look like in 2020?”
3 Greatest Edtech Challenges Specific to State Universities
Most Higher Ed IT departments face similar challenges with budget restraints, hiring and retaining talented staff, and balancing the maintenance of existing systems with the need to implement emerging technologies. As if that weren’t enough, IT departments at state universities also run into a variety of specific problems that can further complicate how they operate. From aContinue reading “3 Greatest Edtech Challenges Specific to State Universities”
7 Best University CIO Blogs
(This was originally published on ecampusnews.com on September 13th, 2016.) Ever wonder what other university CIOs and their IT departments are doing day to day? With an ever-increasing reliance on the internet and social media for marketing, it’s a no-brainer that there are so many University CIO blogs for IT departments to get the wordContinue reading “7 Best University CIO Blogs”
3 Higher Ed Experts Share their Blended Learning Advice
(This was originally published on eCampus News on June 15th, 2018.) With a growing non-traditional student population, many colleges and universities are looking to blended learning technology and strategy to meet their pedagogical needs. But finding a combination of online and in-person components that match the expectations of both students and faculty can be daunting.Continue reading “3 Higher Ed Experts Share their Blended Learning Advice”
The Perks of Being a Bland Roleplayer
(This was originally published on mmos.com on July 14th, 2015.) A large part of the appeal of role-playing, whether it’s in an MMORPG or on a kitchen tabletop, is being able to take on the personality and appearance of someone new. Personally, I enjoy adventuring in strange mythical worlds, but I keep my characters relativelyContinue reading “The Perks of Being a Bland Roleplayer”
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