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Dive into the future of higher education with Apollidon's thought leadership articles. Our expert insights cover the latest trends in online learning, student engagement, and educational technology. Explore these valuable resources to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education.
How did 2025 measure up for online education? The honest answer: Results were mixed. On one hand, AI tools made online education more personalized than ever. More students learned on their own terms through flexible formats. But lower online student completion rates continued. Technology gaps hampered enrollments and student success
Read ArticleAs a higher education professional, you’ve likely heard the murmurs: Employers complaining that new graduates aren't ready. Enrollment numbers leveling off despite growing demand for degrees. Students with honors degrees who can't land interviews. These aren't random problems. They're warning signs that higher education isn't delivering what students—or the job market—actually need. Some universities lack forward-looking programs, curricula, and tools
Read ArticleAfter countless hours of development (and hand-wringing), your new online program launched six months ago. But enrollment? Not what you had in mind. Student engagement? Lower than expected. Sound familiar?You’re not alone. While full enrollment is the ultimate goal, few online programs are an overnight success
Read ArticleThe success and reputation of your online programs hinge on student outcomes. While student motivation matters, your faculty support system plays an equally critical role. You’ve hired the most qualified people. But are you giving your faculty everything they need to be effective, successful educators in an online classroom? Ongoing training, updated and engaging tools and materials, and regular feedback are a must. Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. Here are six evidence-based strategies for supporting online faculty and improving program effectiveness. 1
Read ArticleUniversities face more than 3,500 cyberattacks per week. Protecting online platforms requires a combination of the latest tools, techniques, guidelines, and training. Apollidon Learning uses these strategies to keep our university partners, student data, and online platforms secure. For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we turned to Apollidon’s director of IT, Sandhya Bathini, for insight on how universities can protect their online platforms—and how Apollidon can support them. What Can Universities Do to Protect Their Online Platforms? Preventing cyberattacks requires a multilayered approach. Sandhya emphasizes: “There are tools and techniques
Read ArticleIf your institution isn’t planning for the future, your students may run the risk of falling behind. They need marketable credentials and skills that won’t be outdated in a year or two. How can your institution adapt its online programs to shifting workforce demands? Consider: A strategic mix of majors that prepare students for expanding and emerging fields Timely, interactive and engaging course content Short-term offerings that deliver immediate, practical skills Let’s dig a little deeper into these strategies and a few other ways to ensure your students are prepared for the workforce of today and tomorrow. Focus on Expanding and Emerging Fields Which fields are on the rise? The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, LinkedIn, Forbes, and the World Economic Forum have some answers
Read ArticleLet’s be honest: Designing online programs that meet modern student needs isn’t about checking boxes. It’s about understanding the lived reality of learners—because we’ve been there ourselves. Apollidon Learning is home to expert business and marketing leaders, content creators, graphic designers, student success professionals, analysts, developers, and IT experts. But our team doesn’t just market and manage online programs. We bring firsthand experience as online students, professionals balancing coursework with careers, and advocates for education that fits real lives
Read ArticleCongratulations! Your university has launched an online program: a crucial step in advancing your educational mission. Now what? Launching your program is just the beginning. To achieve sustained success, you’ll need to enroll students and support them throughout their journey. This requires the efforts of many skilled professionals, ongoing engagement, and the latest data analytics tools. Based on our 16 years of precision growth marketing and student engagement experience, here’s how you can strengthen your online program after launch
Read ArticleAnother graduating class is heading out into the world, well-equipped and full of anticipation for their future. Congratulations to all the graduates—and to your institution for supporting their success. Guiding students from their first day in class to graduation day is a long but rewarding journey. Before students reach that milestone, your institution—in partnership with a trusted, experienced partner like Apollidon Learning—must not only attract prospective students but also identify and engage those who are the best fit for your programs. Apollidon leverages data analytics to help universities reach the right leads and guide them through a personalized process that increases the likelihood of enrollment
Read ArticleBusiness is increasingly data-driven, and institutions that leverage analytics gain a serious competitive edge. As Forbes put it: “Data-driven companies are 23 times more likely to top their competitors in customer acquisition.” Higher education is no exception, as data plays a vital role in boosting enrollments and improving student outcomes. Apollidon Learning empowers universities by managing their data needs with advanced tools and expert analysis, allowing them to focus on their core mission: education. We spoke with Saurabh Jain, our director of business intelligence, to explore how we transform data into practical strategies for our university partners. Turning Data Into Actionable Insights Every day, Saurabh uses cutting-edge tools like Tableau, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Salesforce to process raw data into clear metrics displayed on user-friendly dashboards
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