the agenda

ONLINE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
ONLINE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
RESEARCH AGENDA
Q1 & Q2 2015
Our Online & Continuing Education practice provides forward-thinking research and advising for online education leaders to drive
change and improve performance. This research agenda offers insights into the topics we will be covering for the first part of 2015 and
will be updated on a rolling basis throughout the year. We will also deliver our research in new formats. Look for the following research
deliverables and topics as part of your membership in the Eduventures Advisory Service for Higher Education Leaders:
RESEARCH DELIVERABLES
EDUVENTURES
WAKE-UP CALL
EDUVENTURES
TECH ALERT
EDUVENTURES
INSIGHTS
TECHNOLOGY
DEEP DIVE
TOP TRAITS
OF HIGHER
EDUCATION
LEADERS
ABOVE THE
NOISE
Weekly analysis
of pressing topics
that matter to
today’s higher
education leaders
in a succinct and
digestible format
Focused analyses
of the higher
education
technology
market including
trends to watch,
new product
announcements,
and other notable
events
Monthly issue-based
analysis of the
strategies and tactics
that are transforming
higher education.
These reports
are based on our
proprietary surveys
and primary research,
interviews with
industry leaders, and
client interactions
Assessments
of technology
segments
designed to
deepen your
understanding
of technology
trends through
data-driven
reports, vendor
evaluations, and
market projections
Research that
identifies and
benchmarks
the people,
programs, or
initiatives that
are leading
the way and
creating
competitive
advantage for
colleges
Periodic
research and
commentary
focused
on timely
issues faced
by senior
leaders
in higher
education
institutions
RESEARCH TOPICS
KEEPING PACE WITH COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION
Competency-based education is on the rise. Higher education leaders need to understand the key terms, trends, and changes in
the policy landscape in order to make sense of the groundswell of new tools and technologies designed to support competencybased approaches to teaching and learning. We will provide analysis of this rising movement, including insight into how colleges and
universities approach this practice, seize its benefits, and navigate its challenges. We will also focus in on technology vendors active in
this space, to provide colleges that are either engaged in competency-based education or new to the practice with analysis and advice
for making important technology decisions.
MEET TODAY’S ADULT LEARNER
Tapping into the adult learner market is a viable growth strategy, especially since this market is once again growing steadily. To help fine
tune your adult enrollment strategy, this report provides insight from recent Eduventures analysis of the national adult learner market.
It includes an adult market segmentation based on aspirations for enrollment and four recommendations to help frame your strategy
and improve your outreach efforts.
DEVELOPING COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS WITH ONLINE PROGRAM MANAGERS
As the landscape of Online Program Managers (OPMs) matures, colleges and universities will continue to seek more flexible, adaptable,
and collaborative partnerships to support their online and hybrid programs. Our analysis will provide a roadmap to facilitate a more
productive partnership between colleges and providers, including the value chain of services offered, the differentiators and benefits of
working with select providers, and the key factors for successful implementation.
TOP TRAITS OF LEADING ONLINE PROGRAMS
In Q1, we will be kicking off our study of leading online programs. Does your organization have innovative traits? Tell us about them!
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