Belonging and staying connected to peers play a crucial role for online and asynchronous students navigating the complexities of pursuing an online education. Unlike brick-and-mortar learning environments, online settings often lack the opportunities to build the supportive network that is naturally created on campus, in the classroom or in additional in-person spaces. Campus learning provides a sense of community and validation, reducing feelings of isolation and increasing the likelihood of academic success.
Greater Commonwealth Virtual School (GCVS) is a public virtual school in Massachusetts that offers a synchronous K-12 educational program with a strong emphasis on providing a safe and inclusive learning environment for students across the state. Recognizing the need to foster student connections beyond traditional in-person settings, Dr. Sarah Jordan, Director of Accountability, and student outreach coordinator, Chris Dillon, observed students utilizing collaboration docs to connect and communicate during live classes. While acknowledging the value of shared docs for collaboration, GCVS also understood the importance of monitoring these interactions to ensure a supportive and respectful space. To address this, GCVS introduced InScribe, a school-sanctioned virtual community platform that allows students to connect with peers for advice, emotional support, and most importantly: a genuine sense of belonging.
Join us Thursday, Aug 31 at 11 AM MDT as we hear from Dr. Luke Dowden, Chief Online Learning Officer and Associate Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs at Alamo College District and Janelle Elias, Vice President, Strategy and Advancement at Rio Salado College discuss student belonging and the impact it has on diverse student populations.
In the ever-evolving landscape of EdTech, one question has risen to the top: Can Artificial Intelligence truly replace the power of human interaction? Join us for a panel webinar on Wednesday, August 2nd at 12 PM MDT as we explore AI and its impact on student relationships, belonging, and the educational experience.
Indiana University offers over 220 online programs, serving a diverse student body of more than 8,000 online students from 164 countries. With a deep history in online education since its first distance course in 1995, the university has experienced impressive growth in its online programs. In response to the escalating demand for fully online education, Whitnie Powell, Director of Enrollment Management and Student Services, Stephanie Tinkel, Associate Director of Enrollment Management, and Kayla Scroggins, Associate Director of Online Student Services at Indiana University Online (IU Online) embarked on a thorough analysis and transformation of its student support model, prioritizing a student-centered approach that nurtures a sense of belonging, peer connection, and an overall enriched educational experience.
Students who feel connected to, supported by, and respected by their peers have a greater sense of belonging resulting in higher success rates. Digital communities provide a virtual space for learners to connect with peers to share ideas, ask questions and seek advice. Join us Wednesday, April 12th at 11 am MDT to learn how institutions use digital communities to replicate the in-person interactions that organically build a sense of belonging.
InScribe Education and MindEdge Learning have teamed up to enable the 2023 OLC Innovate Discovery Sessions through sponsorship of the essential equipment and accessories required for these presentations. Following the conference, the equipment will be donated to the Community Resource Center for distribution to schools and organizations in the Nashville area. This collaborative effort further supports the commitment of each of these organizations to enabling access and opportunity, reducing our environmental impact, and giving back to our communities. InScribe and MindEdge are proud to support The Online Learning Consortium, Nashville schools, and the Community Resource Center while promoting sustainability through this program.
Creating a learning environment that fosters a sense of belonging for students is a top priority among higher education institutions. While on-campus learners may have innate opportunities to become involved with campus community and a clearer path to a sense of belonging, online learners may experience additional barriers that prevent them from making meaningful connections.
Today, almost 6 million students in the United States are completing their degree, entirely online. Many of these learners are also juggling other commitments, such as family and work, pushing study times to evenings and weekends.
Digital support communities allow Western Governors University students to connect with peers and faculty to ask questions, find solutions and solve problems while working at their own pace.
Every year, HolonIQ identifies the top 1000 EdTech startups globally. Region by region, we map the most promising EdTech startups, both early and late stage. In 2022, we an
Students that have easy access to support, where and when they need it the most are more likely to stay on track, understand expectations, and overcome challenges outside the classroom. Digital communities paired with traditional su
First year, GenEd classes are the gateway to an undergraduate degree. Yet, failure rates can be above 50%, having significant impacts on a student’s educational trajectory.
March 2, 2023 - Denver, CO and Boston, MA -InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, has partnered withMindEdge Learning, the cutting-edge online learning firm, to boost student engagement and support in MindEdge’s courseware. Digital communities open new doors for learners to connect, ask questions, and explore the curriculum in new ways.
January 18, 2023 - Denver, CO -InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, is expanding student support and engagement in the College of Information Technology atWestern Governors University (WGU). InScribe's platform integrates directly into WGU's digital curriculum, seamlessly connecting their online students with an active support network of peers and faculty so they can ask questions, find information, share ideas, and problem-solve anytime, anywhere.
November 1, 2022 - Denver, CO and Portland, OR -InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, today announced a partnership withLumen Learning, a leading provider of higher education teaching and learning materials focused on improving student outcomes and removing race and income as predictors of student success. The companies will seamlessly integrate InScribe's digital community platform into Lumen Learning's new Statistics course and platform. This partnership aims to create new spaces for students to ask questions, find solutions, collaborate to better understand the content, and support and motivate each other.
October 25, 2022 - Denver, CO - InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, has launched its mobile app, giving students convenient, seamless access to peers, faculty, and resources anytime, anywhere. The mobile app facilitates deeper connectivity between schools and students, improving on-the-go student support, engagement, and communication, as well as reinforcing a sense of belonging among learners.
October 13, 2022 - Denver, CO and Petersburg, VA - InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, today announced a partnership with Virginia State University (VSU) to provide students in its College of Education with more opportunities to connect with faculty and staff, seek help, and build relationships with peers. This virtual community will provide VSU students access to the people and tools they need.
The return to in-person learning, particularly in K12, marks a shift back to direct-to-consumer models for EdTech, however the use of technology in educational settings continues its long term integration. Workforce EdTech solutions dominate as demand for upskilling and reskilling, particularly in technology disciplines, accelerates, while in higher education, there is greater acceptance of hybrid and online learning with institutions seeking to digitize along the student lifecycle and build or partner for new educational products that service existing and new markets.
DENVER - March 10, 2022 -InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, is launching new synchronous communication functionality that allows for real-time conversations and engagement within its virtual community platform. Adding to its robust, AI-powered support ecosystem, InScribe's new synchronous tools make it easy for students, faculty, and staff to connect and collaborate in new and powerful ways.
