EDUCAUSE joins LER Accelerator coalition for secure, portable credentials

The Learning Economy Foundation has announced the launch of the Lifelong Learning Passport (LLP): a universal, portable record that connects every learner’s skills and achievements with opportunity, anywhere in the world. The Lifelong Learning Passport is backed by a coalition of more than 50 global partners, including governments, leading foundations, researchers, technology innovators, and educational organisations like Earth Cubs. Together, we are united behind a shared vision of advancing SDG 4: Quality Education and ensuring that learning is recognised, valued, and transformed into real opportunities. As an educational partner, Earth Cubs is proud to contribute to this mission—helping the next generation of learners build skills, imagination, and global awareness that will carry with them throughout their lives. https://lnkd.in/ee4ZKmsj

Inspiring story of a student retention specialist who uses real talk and genuine connection to guide students to graduation. This highlights a critical truth: consistency of support is everything, especially when facing challenges. High teacher turnover disrupts this vital consistency, leaving students behind. At LearnLinker, we are building the infrastructure for enduring educational support. Our AI-driven platform creates a continuous, personalized learning pathway for each student, capturing their progress and needs. When staffing changes occur, incoming educators are immediately equipped with deep insights, ensuring every student's journey remains on track. We are proud to help Canadian schools safeguard student success by making learning continuous and adaptable, no matter what.

“From siloed processes to seamless student journeys - with compliance built in.” When University of Suffolk needed to streamline onboarding for international students and ensure robust compliance, PS edtech provided targeted SITS consultancy to: - Co-create a “future state” operating model aligned to the academic calendar - Deliver SITS/eVision enhancements to support partner application access - Train, mentor and support the university’s own SITS team for ongoing evolution The outcome: cleaner, more accurate data, lower manual workload, and a stronger foundation for international student support. Explore the work done in our case study - https://lnkd.in/ej2u-vCe #HigherEducationTechnology #StudentInformationSystems #DigitalTransformation #UniversityConsultancy #DataDrivenEducation

“Improved international enrolment, reduced manual effort - all delivered on time and on budget.” 💸 University of Suffolk faced complexity in onboarding international students, managing compliance, and coordinating their journey from enquiry through to readiness for teaching. PS edtech intervened to: - Review and redesign “enquiry - enrolment” processes via stakeholder workshops - Identify automation opportunities and reduce manual data handling - Configure SITS/eVision workflows and mentor the internal team - The result? Enhanced enrolment/fee accuracy, embedded tools with documentation, and lower risk of error. Read the full case study - https://lnkd.in/ej2u-vCe #HigherEducationTechnology #StudentInformationSystems #DigitalTransformation #UniversityConsultancy #DataDrivenEducation

Too many students slip through the cracks because warning signs are missed or support comes too late. With SEAtS ONE, universities can act sooner. Real-time attendance and engagement data helps spot risk before it escalates, boosting retention by 20% at Leeds Beckett University. Automation reduces admin by 30%, giving staff more time to focus on what really matters: student wellbeing and success. 🎥 Watch our Student Attendance & Early Alerts demo to see it in action: https://lnkd.in/eYqXGsX6 #StudentSuccess #EarlyAlerts #HigherEd #EdTech #SEAtSONE

In 2022, the University identified that 80% of their team were failing to provide clear disclosure & accurate information to students. Policies were complex & training long-winded. We developed & delivered concise microlearning with structured conversation support. Team now consistently communicates policies & shares required student disclosure in easy-to-understand ways. Consistent guidance & rapid referencing changed team culture – staff feel more confident when answering student questions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/etqgP3wP #HigherEd #Microlearning

The teacher shortage is a global challenge, as seen in Guam's new program to address recruitment and retention. This critical issue highlights the urgent need for systemic solutions that protect student learning continuity despite staffing changes. At LearnLinker, we are directly addressing this disruption for Canadian schools and institutions. Our AI-driven platform transforms traditional curricula into flexible, modular components, creating personalized learning pathways for each student. When a teacher transitions out, their replacement gains immediate, detailed insights into student progress and needs, ensuring a seamless handover and preserving educational momentum. LearnLinker empowers educators to provide consistent, high-quality, and adaptive learning experiences, making teacher turnover a manageable event rather than a learning crisis.

🌍 CBC and ICT Integration: Shaping the Future of Learning 💻📚 The Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) emphasizes what learners can do with the knowledge they acquired, focusing on skills, creativity, problem-solving, and lifelong learning. For this vision to be realized. ICT integration is not just an option, it’s essential. When technology is meaningfully embedded in teaching and learning, it transforms classrooms into interactive, student-centered environments. Teachers become facilitators, learners become active participants, and assessment becomes continuous and authentic. However, challenges are limited digital infrastructure, inadequate teacher capacity, and unequal access to devices and internet connectivity. Addressing these gaps requires strong collaboration between policymakers, educators, and technology partners. As we move forward, the question is: 👉 How can we ensure that ICT integration truly supports competency development for every learner, not just those with access? Let’s continue this conversation. Share your thoughts and experiences on integrating ICT in CBC classrooms! 💬👇 #CBC #EducationTransformation #ICTinEducation #EdTech #CompetencyBasedLearning #TeachingInnovation #DigitalEducation

*Part 2: How Texas Schools Can Reimagine Hybrid & Virtual Learning* The passage of SB 569 does more than shift compliance requirements — it opens the door for innovation. For the first time, Texas school systems can: ==> Launch hybrid campuses where students split time between in-person and online learning ==> Build virtual campuses serving 100% online learners ==> Offer individual virtual courses without going through the old TXVSN compliance process But the real question isn’t can you — it’s how will you? 📌 Will you launch Work-Based Learning Academies where students take academics online and spend 15–20 hours/week on the job? Employer partnerships now make more sense because students can be present consistently. 📌 Will you use hybrid/virtual to extend advanced coursework in rural areas? 📌 Will you "policy stack" SB 569 with tools like 1882 partnerships or R-PEP innovation zones to unlock even more resources and flexibilities for your community? 📌 Will you open virtual campuses designed for personalized pacing and choice? Done well, these models expand access. Done poorly, they risk being compliance-heavy without delivering real value for families. In my view, the best systems will start with mission + student needs, then design the delivery model. 👉 What’s the biggest opportunity you see for hybrid or virtual in your community? #TxEd #HybridLearning #EdInnovation #SB569

🏛 Accreditation is the gold standard for educational quality. By meeting accrediting body requirements, institutions demonstrate accountability, transparency, and commitment to student success. But the process often feels overwhelming. EdTechXperts helps colleges, universities, and training providers streamline accreditation preparation, ensuring governance, documentation, and reporting are aligned—so institutions can focus on what matters most: learners. 📎 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDv8GUvW #Accreditation #HigherEd #EdTech #QualityAssurance #InstitutionalExcellence