The Digital Campus: Bridging the Digital Divide in Higher Education

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Overview

This fireside chat discusses the concept of the digital campus and its role in bridging the digital divide in higher education. Speakers Jared Stein and Dr. Noreen Hall explore the importance of creating engaging and inclusive online learning environments that foster meaningful connections among students. They emphasize the need for a student-centered approach that prioritizes flexibility, accessibility, and the integration of social and cultural elements into the digital campus experience.

• Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Digital Campus

  • 👋

    The session begins with introductions by the moderator, Emmy, and the speakers, Jared Stein and Dr. Noreen Hall. [11:53][13:05]

  • 🖥️

    Jared Stein highlights the growing focus on digital and hybrid campus models in higher education, particularly after the pandemic. [15:08]

  • 🤔

    The speakers define the digital campus as a space where students can access courses, services, and experiences digitally, offering flexibility and choice in how they engage with the institution. [15:26]

  • 🧑‍🎓

    They emphasize the need to address the needs of all students, including those who are physically present and those who are not. [15:41]

• Importance of Social Interaction and Cultural Elements

  • 💬

    The conversation shifts to the importance of replicating the social and cultural aspects of a physical campus in a digital environment. [19:26]

  • 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

    Noreen Hall shares an anecdote about a chance encounter in a hallway that led to a lasting friendship and a successful business partnership, emphasizing the value of informal interactions. [20:30]

  • 📅

    Jared Stein discusses the importance of both organic social interactions and structured events and activities that allow students to connect based on shared interests. [26:43]

• InSpace and Canvas Integration for a Seamless Digital Campus Experience

  • 💻

    The session transitions to a demonstration of InSpace, a platform designed to facilitate synchronous collaboration and create a sense of presence in online learning environments. [27:34]

  • 🔌

    The speakers highlight the integration of InSpace with Canvas, a learning management system, to provide a seamless experience for students and faculty. [32:31]

  • 🚀

    They outline future plans for InSpace, including expanding its capabilities to connect different functional units of a campus and create a more holistic digital campus experience. [35:08]

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Key moments

1. 00:00

   Introduction and Opening

   00:30

   Doors open for the live streaming event.

   01:54

   Discussion about attending a previous event.

2. 05:00

   Engagement and Interaction

   06:13

   Discussion about defending research proposals.

   07:09

   Encouragement for audience participation and engagement.

3. 13:04

   Digital Campus Vision

   17:00

   Discussion on the vision of a digital campus and student-centered approach.

   22:29

   Audience participation in a trivia question about digital campus.

4. 29:15

   Integration and Future Plans

   32:03

   Discussion on the integration of Miro whiteboard with InSpace.

   33:31

   Audience member shares positive experience with Canvas integration.

5. 36:56

   Closing Remarks and Future Collaboration

   37:38

   Speakers express excitement for partnering with educators and schools for the future of education.

   38:31

   Appreciation for the audience and invitation for further discussion.