Josh Hoen

Discover the true value of higher education! This article reveals eye-opening insights on earnings and job security, backed by compelling data. #HigherEducation #CareerSuccess #EPaaS #Empowerment

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Did you know the K-12 professional development market is worth $18 billion? Yet only 29% of teachers are satisfied with current PD offerings. It's time to reimagine professional development that works. In my latest blog post, I dive deep into: • Why traditional PD is failing our educators • How credit-bearing programs boost teacher retention • A real-world case study showing 20% improvement in student achievement • The ROI of strategic professional development Plus, discover how one high school teacher transformed her career and expanded college access for low-income students through targeted PD—at a fraction of traditional costs. Want to create PD programs that teachers value while achieving your district's goals? The solution might be simpler than you think. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gAduGyx3 American College of Education #EducationLeadership #TeacherPD #K12Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #EdLeaders

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What will shape the future of online and professional education in 2025? Institutions must prepare for significant shifts in workforce alignment, technological innovation, and evolving learner demands. Key trends include the rise of microcredentials, AI-powered learning, and workforce-aligned programs, alongside new challenges such as regulatory changes and the need for data-driven decision-making. With increasing emphasis on partnerships between higher education and industry, institutions that embrace adaptability and innovation will thrive in this new era. How is your institution preparing to meet these challenges and opportunities head-on? For more insights on this, check out UPCEA's Predictions 2025: Insights for Online & Professional Education report https://lnkd.in/grbhMEQr

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Spot on Chris! "We need to stop thinking of AI as an enemy of learning, a tool for cheating, and start thinking of AI as an unprecedented tool to accelerate learning." - Chris Unger Learn more! https://lnkd.in/eXwy6KWr

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The 2024 EDUCAUSE Horizons report focuses on the impact of AI on education. The full report takes longer to read if you opt to click on the links to supporting resources. With apologies to Cliff Notes, I've attempted to provide a comprehensive overview. The quality of the content is worth downloading the report and referring to it from time-to-time as you consider increasing the level of AI activity at your institution. https://lnkd.in/eByXDdj9

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“Sustaining and scaling innovation in education is not about jumping on the latest technology bandwagon. It’s about thoughtful, deliberate growth that places student learning at the center. By creating structured pathways for innovation and fostering collaboration between IT and instructional teams, school districts can ensure that the tools they adopt are not only exciting but transformative—and built to last.” Thank you to Education Technology Insights for the opportunity to share our framework. See the complete tech framework at http://stvra.in/itf #innovation #EdTech #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfLearning

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How do educators decide which AI tools to consider? Start with explainability. If we can’t explain how the AI works to our teachers and students, the tool doesn’t keep teachers at the center of teaching and students at the center of learning. No thanks to “black boxes.” Thank you, Craig Booth, for writing this op-ed! While designed for a higher ed audience, your thought leadership piece brought new insight for me for K12 education: tools need to empower us, not disempower us. So simple. 💡 #AI #EdTech #K12education

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Educators Wrestle with the real-life applications of the 2024 National Educational Technology Plan - insights from David Miyashiro, Eileen Belastock, CETL, Bonnie Chelette, and D'Andre Weaver, Ph.D. I love this quote: "Holistic planning also means encouraging teachers to ask, “Why am I using this technology? What am I using it for, and how is it helping?” There should be a balance between work that’s on the computer and work that isn’t." #edtech #k12education

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At a high level, the top five challenges will look familiar, but take a deeper dive and you’ll see that higher education administrators are facing increasingly complex challenges across these issues. Risk, reputation, and resilience are threads throughout NACUBO’s Top 5 Higher Education Business Issues of 2024. For example, investing in essential technology requires ensuring protection against cyber threats, navigating new questions and opportunities related to AI, and building and retaining a data and technology team in a competitive workforce environment. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ebM-QPTC

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Want to see what EduPolicy/ScholarBar Education can offer school districts? Plug-and-play AI Ethics courses that we specifically tailor to YOUR school policy! These courses are vertically-aligned, Administration, Faculty, and Student, and educate and lay the foundation for ethical AI use. We'll walk schools through this in a PD setting with time to brainstorm and tweak assignments as necessary. Reach out to schedule an introductory meeting - and keep your eyes open for a Facebook Event where I'll walk you through EduPolicy's process! More links in the comments :) Teachers: Creating great assignments in the age of AI: https://lnkd.in/e5PXvhn6 Student course demo: https://lnkd.in/ePYGAUvY

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Beyond the Buzz: What AI Means for Higher Education Thursday, September 5 | 2:00 - 3:00pm ET Can't wait for this new webinar with my Liaison friends Traci Roble, Andy Hannah, & Mark Voortman, Ph.D. We will explore topics including: AI Foundation - We'll start with the basics, providing clear definitions and an overview of different types of AI, ensuring you have a solid foundation. We'll also discuss the critical importance of responsible AI practices. Beyond Generative AI - Predictive and prescriptive analytics can provide you with the information you need to make high-level strategic enrollment decisions, optimize limited resources, and accurately forecast your enrollments. Data Readiness - Learn how to prepare your institutional data to ensure you're ready to leverage AI effectively. We'll cover best practices for data organization, cleaning, and integration. Evaluating AI Tools - Discover key points to consider when assessing AI solutions for your institution. We'll provide a framework to help you make informed decisions about which AI tools align with your goals and resources.

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The new draft National Career Clusters Framework from Advance CTE, WestEd, and Indigo Education Company, includes a new Digital Technology cluster that includes a sub-cluster on Data Science & Artificial Intelligence! These careers combining the power of data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, including key processes like data modeling and natural language processing. Professionals in this field apply critical thinking to work on innovative solutions to interpret vast amounts of information, automate decision-making processes, develop intelligent algorithms that improve with experience, and enhance communication between humans and machines. Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize all industries by enhancing efficiency, personalizing experiences, and driving innovation. The entire Digital Technology cluster is one of just a few clusters that is designated as cross-cutting because it overlaps with all industries, highlighting the versatile and interconnected nature of today's workforce. #TeachAI

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Discover practical cost-saving strategies for schools to utilize their data clearly, seamlessly, and securely. In this helpful handbook, you’ll learn how to: ⚖️ Maximize cost efficiency ❌ Eliminate operational expenses 📊 Automate ad-hoc reporting 🤸 Balance resourcing and talent struggles 📉 Understand and optimize school systems with declining enrollment  🤖 Leverage AI for data analysis And more! Download this amazing resource today! ⬇️ #PowerSchool #funding #K12 #resouce

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AI Literacy for Teachers: Best Practices and Tools Need to get up-to-speed on how AI can help your students? Read this guide to learn about AI best practices and transformative tools for K-12 educators and students. The 3 best practices for educators using AI: 1. Focus on Pedagogical Value 2. Ensure Equity and Accessibility 3. Maintain Human Oversight https://lnkd.in/ewP84pWT

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I am excited to share this blog post as a preview for the session that Adam King and I will present at Online Learning Consortium's Accelerate in Orlando in November! Check out the specific examples of educational innovations in the post for more on what Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is doing with #generativeAI.

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As we near a new year, and a new set of predictions (yes, 2025 is only 6 weeks away), I took a look at Higher Ed Dive’s 2024 predictions: consolidation, the rise of artificial intelligence, attacks on DEI, issues with FASFA, litigation and legislation, and rough times for OPMs. Most of these we could see from a mile away and others may not have come to full fruition. Other trends like continued distrust of the degree's value, ongoing pressures to reduce degree requirements for jobs, and the huge focus on skills, credentials, and trades weren’t mentioned. Nonetheless, it’s been an active year for higher education. I don’t think 2025 will bring calm waters. https://lnkd.in/g4arT-Tf

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⚽️📈 From the Pitch to the Boardroom: What Higher Ed Can Learn from Real Madrid C.F. 🎓🚀 ⚽ Real Madrid isn't just a soccer giant—it's a blueprint for innovation and global impact. 🌍💡 Their success lies in leveraging cutting-edge technologies, diversifying revenue streams, and creating unforgettable brand experiences. These principles can inspire other industries, including universities to transform operations, scale their influence, and redefine the student experience. 🛠 Key takeaways for higher education: 🔹 Immersive Learning: Use technology like the Infinite Real Madrid VR to create engaging academic and campus experiences. 🔹 Global Branding: Build a strong, recognizable identity that resonates beyond borders. 🔹 Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with transformational top industries for mutual growth and innovation. 🎯 Whether on the field or in the classroom, the lesson is clear: adaptability and vision drive success. 💥 Whether you’re a Real Madrid fan or not, my point is that higher education has the opportunity to embrace these ROI strategies and thrive in a competitive global environment. 👉 Read my blog post here if you are interested:

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Digital Promise has released a new report, “The Promise of Micro-credentials and Learning and Employment Record Technologies for Youth and K-12 Schools,” which helps district leaders and technology sector leaders understand the conditions necessary to successfully implement competency-based, learner-centered micro-credentials and learning and employment record (LER) technologies in K-12 schools.  https://lnkd.in/eT_pc6eB

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