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The Modern Campus Guide to eduWeb 2026: Four Conversations Shaping This Year’s Conference
A world-class digital experience has become a key competitive differentiator for colleges and universities. Learners expect a mobile-first, seamless experience that's just as intuitive as the other digital services they use every…
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Workforce Pell is Expanding Access to Continuing Education. Are Student Support Strategies Ready?
Workforce Pell has arrived. As of July 1, this landmark initiative is moving from policy to practice. Institutions that are ready can begin awarding Workforce Pell grants to learners enrolled in approved…
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Higher Education CMS: What Actually Drives Enrollment Today
A higher education content management system is a conversion engine, not just a publishing tool, and that distinction shapes enrollment outcomes. 77% of prospective students consider university websites the most reliable source…
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Microcredentials in Higher Education: Why They’re Reshaping Learning Paths
Microcredentials in higher education have shifted from experimental offerings to strategic infrastructure that connects learners with workforce demand. Workforce relevance is now foundational, with 85% of institutions designing microcredentials specifically for workforce…
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CMS for Universities: What to Look for in 2026
Choosing a CMS for universities in 2026 is no longer just a website decision. It influences how learners experience an institution throughout their educational journey. Prospective students judge fit in seconds. Learners…
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Non-Traditional Student Management: What Higher Ed Is Getting Wrong
Today's learners move in and out of education throughout their lives, but most institutions are still built for a single, linear journey from school to career. A quarter of undergraduates are now…
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What Is Continuing Education Management Software (and Why Institutions Are Rethinking It)
Some institutions still treat continuing education as a series of one-off enrollments, but the operating model that worked a decade ago is increasingly misaligned with the needs of modern adult learners. Continuing…
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The Total Cost of Ownership: Open-Source vs. Proprietary CMS Platforms
Higher ed websites aren’t just information hubs anymore—they’re part of the student experience. In order to be effective, they must be personalized, responsive at scale, and remain accessible—all while serving as discoverability…
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How Universities Use Digital Badges in Higher Education for Workforce Learning
Digital badges have become a defining force in how colleges and universities credential workforce-relevant skills. Employer recognition, learner demand and platform infrastructure are all maturing at the same time. Digital badges now…
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