Tag: Artificial Intelligence

Policy

Published by: WCET | 8/11/2025

On July 22nd, the White House released its national AI action plan, and, on the same day, the Department of Education followed up with the release of both a Dear Colleague Letter on the use of federal funds for Artificial Intelligence (AI) as well as a call for public comment on the Secretary’s supplemental priority […]

Practice

Published by: WCET | 8/7/2025

I didn’t realize at the time the extent to which technology would consume my professional and personal lives, but I do remember the wonder of exploring that computer and creating things that I never imagined. Fast forward to 2025, where the smartphone that I carry in my pocket can store seven million times more data […]

Practice

Published by: WCET | 7/17/2025

Understanding the evolving needs of online learners is essential for designing programs that truly serve today’s students (and tomorrow’s workforce). This year, WCET is pleased to help share findings from the Voice of the Online Learner report, produced by our partners at Risepoint. Now in its 14th year, the 2025 edition provides a compelling look […]

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Published by: WCET | 6/26/2025

Artificial intelligence has quickly shifted from abstract theory to an everyday tool—and few places is that shift more visible than in higher education. Here on WCET Frontiers, we’re always excited to showcase institutions that are leading the way in thoughtfully integrating AI into teaching, research, and campus operations. This week’s post highlights Oregon State University’s […]

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Published by: WCET | 6/12/2025

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in our personal and professional lives, higher education must take a strategic, coordinated approach to help students develop essential AI literacies. In this timely post, Gloria Niles, WCET Steering Committee Vice Chair, and the Director of Online Learning with the University of Hawai’i System, reflects on the 2025 EDUCAUSE […]

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Published by: WCET | 4/3/2025

The future of education really isn’t that far away, especially when you consider that it is being shaped right now through the ideas, innovations, and voices of all of us. That’s why WCET wanted to be a part of an outstanding event held last week, the 100 Year Ed Tech Project’s 2025 Design Summit. This […]

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Published by: WCET | 3/6/2025

Hello WCET Community! As the WCET Steering Committee Chair, I am honored to work with our members to help guide the content, themes, and activities that inform WCET’s work throughout 2025. Collectively, the Steering Committee selected two key topics to focus on this year: Over the next several months, the Steering Committee work groups will […]

Practice

Published by: WCET | 10/24/2024

Digital Learning technologies can foster meaningful engagement even at a distance. New approaches in Washington and Arizona show how AI can help support distance education students. These tools help schools provide personalized, timely communication. AI-driven initiatives like Washington’s OTTERS project and Arizona’s Ask Benji make students feel more connected and supported. We are happy to […]

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Published by: WCET | 9/19/2024

This weekend marks the official end of summer and the beginning of fall. Pumpkin spice is back (everywhere), hopefully everyone is settling into the new semester well, my fantasy football team is already doing poorly, and it’s time for one of my favorite traditions—a back-to-school post on Frontiers! As we roll into the fall semester […]

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Published by: WCET | 7/25/2024

Recently WCET had the opportunity to work with a coalition of organizations including the Online Learning Consortium, Complete College America, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, and the National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education to examine the role that Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) can play in shaping artificial intelligence. The resulting report, […]