The 2026 Emerging Technologies Disruption Framework: Understanding AI Disruption in Digital Learning
About the Report The 2026 Emerging Technologies Disruption Framework (ETDF) provides higher education leaders with a practical, evidence-informed framework for understanding how AI and other emerging technologies are reshaping online and blended learning. Developed through a multi-phase research study, the ETDF examines disruption across 11 interconnected domains—from teaching and learning to governance, infrastructure, and workforce—helping […]
Student Perceptions of Online Course Quality: Mixed-Methods Validation Evidence for the OLC Course Review Scorecard
About the Report This study provides the first large-scale, student-centered validation evidence for the OLC Course Review Scorecard released in 2025, examining how well the framework aligns with student experiences, expectations, and priorities in online learning. Using mixed methods, the study assesses whether the Scorecard captures what learners actually experience, what they value most, and […]
Student Engagement and AI: Research Overview and Findings
About the Report Since the release of ChatGPT in 2022, the role of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education has been the topic of scholarly and public debate. While many initial reactions to ChatGPT and other generative AI systems focused on issues like cheating and student misconduct (Fütterer et al., 2023), arguments have also been […]
Voices from the Field: Current Trends and Challenges in Instructional Design and Learning Technology
About the Report This report, Voices from the Field: Current Trends and Challenges in Instructional Design and Learning Technology, explores the rapidly evolving landscape of instructional design and learning technology (IDLT) across K-12, higher education, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. Drawing insights from interviews with 12 IDLT leaders, the report uncovers emerging trends such as artificial […]
Customized Care: Addressing the Unique Mental Health Needs of Online Students
About the Report The mental health landscape in higher education has reached a critical juncture, with an increasing number of students experiencing severe psychological issues. Recent studies have found that over 60% of college students meet the criteria for at least one mental health problem, with significant portions reporting symptoms of depression, anxiety, and suicidal […]