August 2025 Snap Survey Results – Current Trends in the Ed Tech Landscape
The landscape of educational technology is always evolving as tools become more affordable, accessible, and easier to use. Early adoption of computer-assisted instruction, CD-ROMs, and DVDs has given way to cloud-based platforms and web-delivered learning environments, enabling broader adoption in teaching and learning. Over the last two decades, the field has seen the rise of […]
New Federal Digital Accessibility Requirements: What Higher Ed Needs to Know and Do Now
Overview: What’s Changing and Why It Matters Back in April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued final regulations under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that directly impact state and local government entities, including public colleges and universities. These new rules establish enforceable digital accessibility standards and are a major […]
July 2025 Snap Survey Results: IT Department Involvement in GenAI integration on campuses
The topic of generative AI (GenAI) in higher education is rapidly gaining attention, with researchers examining its implications from multiple angles. Much of the current scholarship focuses on student and faculty experiences (Kamoun et al., 2024; Yazdi et al., 2025), while broader inquiries explore institutional readiness, AI literacy, and the evolving role of academic libraries […]
June 2025 Snap Survey Results: ID-Related Professional Upskilling
The Online Learning Consortium launched its monthly Snap Surveys in May 2025 as part of the OLC Today newsletter. These brief surveys aim to gather quick feedback on timely topics relevant to our member community. The results are intended to spark ideas, generate research questions, and inspire new projects. The June Snap Survey was distributed […]
New Report Commemorates OLC’s Anniversary and its Role in the Growth of Online Education
In recognition of the Online Learning Consortium‘s (OLC) 25th anniversary, Bay View Analytics, with support from the Online Learning Consortium and Science Interactive, is proud to release “Review Session: 12 Years and 20 Reports Tracking Online Learning.” This report is a compilation and review of research results and OLC publications on the evolution of online […]