How UNT Increased Retention Rates by 13% Using Digital Communities

Fostering a sense of belonging and community among online learners is proving to be crucial for improving their engagement and persistence. Join us to explore how the University of North Texas (UNT) has successfully addressed this challenge. Learn about their strategic implementation of digital communities, initiated by the UNT Division of Digital Strategy & Innovation (DSI), which resulted in a significant 13% increase in retention rates among online students.

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Webinar Series: Fostering Student Success with Digital Communities

4-Part Webinar Series - Digital communities are transforming how institutions globally connect, engage, and support diverse student populations. These on-demand, deeply integrated spaces enhance the potential for building organic social capital and enabling data-driven decisions that propel institutions of all sizes forward. Join us to learn how institutions like the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), Arizona State University (ASU), University of North Texas (UNT), Alamo Community College District, and Rio Salado College use digital communities to connect learners with the people, resources, and relationships they need to thrive in college and beyond.

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Build Connections, Improve Outcomes: How Leading Institutions Leverage Digital Communities to Create Sense of Belonging and Social Capital for Online Students

The knowledge gained in classes is just one aspect of a rich higher education experience. The connections students make and the relationships they build contribute to the full value of their education experience. But for online students, building these networks can be complicated or overwhelming. Digital communities offer a robust platform for virtual learners to grow their social networks, providing academic support, a strong sense of peer connection, and long-term professional opportunities.

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InScribe Introduces Roster Sync and Grade Passback Features to Enhance Learning Engagement

InScribe, a leading educational technology company, is thrilled to announce the release of automatic roster sync and grade passback for users of LMS integrated communities. These features make it easier for instructors to recognize students for their active contributions to their InScribe community by seamlessly integrating class rosters and reputation points earned into the course gradebook. 

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Navigating AI’s Role in Modern Education: Preserving the Core of Human Interaction

In recent months, there has been a surge of conversation about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education. While much attention has been given to AI’s impact on teaching methods and the impact of student use of AI on assessment, equal attention must be given to understanding AI's influence on human interactions and connections. A case in point is the rise of AI tutors to help answer questions and guide students through their curriculum.

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How Rio Salado College Enhanced Student Engagement and Belonging with InScribe

In this research study, we delve into a collaboration between Rio Salado College and InScribe that has redefined the online student journey. A few weeks after its implementation, RioConnect—a custom-designed virtual community powered by InScribe—dramatically improved student connectedness and academic performance. The results are a testament to the power of collaboration and technology in enhancing the student experience. Read on to discover how engaging and inclusive online communities drive student success and foster a sense of belonging.

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3 Strategies to Help You Build a Thriving Virtual Student Community

Today’s students are often managing many other responsibilities alongside their academic commitments. Work, family obligations, and personal interests create a complicated balancing act. To accommodate, many choose the flexibility of online and hybrid learning. This approach is crucial to keeping non-traditional students active in higher education, however, it also comes with key challenges.

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Using Digital Communities to Enhance Student Support and Engagement

Students who 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 support services create a safe space for students to connect with peers, coaches, and advisors so they can work together to address common questions, provide critical advice, and lift each other up when times get tough.

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