How Our Digital Community Boosted Engagement Among KSU Students
By Daryl Love, AVP of Career Services and Professional Development at Kentucky State University
A large part of the educational experience we provide at Kentucky State University (KSU) centers around relationships. Many students come to KSU because they feel a sense of community and belonging. Our goal in partnering with InScribe to create a digital community space was to elevate and accelerate these connections, especially in the absence of face-to-face interaction during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Fort Hays State University Launches Exclusive Student Social Platform
After education institutions were forced to transition online in the spring of 2020, many students started reporting feelings of isolation and loneliness. Once Fort Hays State University (FHSU), led by Andrew Feldstein, D.P.S., Assistant Provost for Teaching Innovation and Learning Technologies, got through the semester in the new normal of virtual learning, the administration looked for ways in order to help students with their emotional needs.
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Rio Salado College and InScribe Partner with Students to Develop Innovative Digital Community
Tempe, AZ and Denver, CO - June 15, 2021 - Rio Salado College and InScribe have partnered to launch a pilot series of innovative digital communities that will allow Rio Salado College’s students to easily connect with their peers, advisors, and faculty to promote engagement and improve outcomes. These interactive spaces were designed in partnership with Rio Salado’s student leaders, incorporating their experience and feedback to ensure that each community is engaging, impactful, and relevant.
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InScribe Digital Community Platform Takes Home EdTech Breakthrough Award for Best Online Study Tool
Denver, CO - June 9, 2021 - InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, today announced it is the recipient of the EdTech Breakthrough Award for Best Online Study Tool. With more than 2,000 nominations worldwide in a variety of education categories, InScribe stood out for its role in transforming the way students connect, learn, gather information and engage with faculty and peers.
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InScribe Announced as a Finalists in the 2021 EdTech Awards
Finalists and winners for The EdTech Awards 2021 have been announced to a worldwide audience of educators, technologists, students, parents, and policymakers interested in building a better future for learners and leaders in the education and workforce sectors.
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InScribe Named Among The GSV Cup Elite 200
InScribe Education has been selected as a semifinalist among 200 leading pre-seed and seed education technology startups competing to win the GSV Cup, with a prize purse valued at $1 million. Semifinalists are recognized as top innovators in the EdTech sector, disrupting the way people teach and learn worldwide.
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MDC School of Science Selects InScribe to Power Digital Community, Creating an Easy Path for STEM Students to Connect and Find Information
Miami Dade College’s (MDC) School of Science has partnered with InScribe Education (InScribe) to launch an innovative digital community where students can easily find information, access student services, connect with peers, and complete academic work remotely.
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A Better Solution for Classroom Q&A
Are you looking for a new way to support students and efficiently manage classroom Q&A? Learn how institutions like Arizona State University and Indiana University are solving this challenge with InScribe learning communities.
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Mapping Digital Community Activity and Data to Accreditation Standards
By Dr. Beverly Schneller, Vice President for Academic Quality, Research and Innovation, Kentucky State University
At Kentucky State University, we know how critical it is for students to have easy access to key support services across our campus. When COVID-19 made it difficult for students to connect with these teams in person, we created a digital alternative - a virtual student services community built on InScribe.
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Next-gen talent is the winner at MIINT competition and Sustainable Investing Challenge
The final rounds of two showcases for such talent, the Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge and the Turner MIINT competition, featured dozens of graduate policy, engineering and business students pitching financial vehicles and social ventures targeting mounting impact and sustainability crises.
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How Fort Hays State University is Using Virtual Communities to Help Build Meaningful Connections Among Students
Join Dr. Andrew Feldstein, Assistant Provost for Teaching Innovation and Learning Technologies at Fort Hays State University (FHSU) and Katy Kappler, Co-Founder and CEO at InScribe, Thursday, April 8th, 11am MT to learn how FHSU is building authentic relationships and engaging students using digital communities.
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Women's History Month, An Interview with InScribe’s Female Co-Founders
InScribe’s female founders share their perspectives on Women’s History Month, their experiences as women in tech, and the people and things that inspire them.
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Fort Hays State University Adopts InScribe Community Platform to Further Advance Student Support Strategy
InScribe, which delivers game-changing digital community solutions, today announced it has launched a new community-powered support system for students at Fort Hays State University (FHSU). This innovative, digital community is designed to enhance student communication and engagement, help students build relationships, and boost student success.
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The Psychology Behind Student Belonging
By Dr. Omid Fotuhi, Director of Learning Innovation at WGU Labs
People have a fundamental need to belong. A sense of belonging, the feeling that one has a secure and valued place within a group, is a core condition that is required for an individual to feel safe, confident, and able to contribute.
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Opportunities to Learn About Digital Communities at OLC Innovate 2021
There are a number of opportunities at OLC Innovate to learn about digital communities and how they are changing the way institutions think about supporting students. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 17th as two of the nation’s largest online institutions share how they are using digital communities to promote belonging and community among online, in-person and hybrid programs.
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Top Corporate Training Companies and Platforms Headquartered in Colorado (2021)
This article showcases our top picks for the best Colorado based Corporate Training companies. These startups and companies operate a variety of Corporate Training solutions. We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands. Regardless, they are all exceptional startups and companies well worth a follow.
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The Innovative Way Kentucky State University is Creating Community Among HBCU Students
Join Katy Kappler, Dr. Beverly Schneller, and Mr. Daryl Love for a discussion about the innovative way Kentucky State University (KSU) is creating a culture of student success.
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Belonging Begins at Application: Building Community in Student Onboarding
To increase enrollment rates of students, WGU implemented a pre-enrollment community. This community provides applicants opportunities to engage with each other, alumni, and faculty to learn what to expect as a student. A randomized experiment was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of this community experience on enrollment rates and student outcomes. Session participants will get a first look at preliminary data and learn how a user-centered approach was used to create community engagement.
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Using Reputation to Build Thriving Digital Communities
One question we often get from our institutional partners is, “How do I know if my community is healthy?” Truthfully, there isn’t a single answer. The shape and flow of a community changes depending on its purpose and the individuals it serves. There is, however, one consistent piece of advice we give every partner - recognize that your community is made up of a diverse set of members who have different needs, goals, and behaviors. Community engagement isn’t “one size fits all” and healthy communities thrive when their members can engage in the ways that work best for them.
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