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Forbes
a day ago
- Business
- Forbes
4 Ways Higher Education Institutions Can Grow By Reaching New Learners
Melissa Loble is the Chief Academic Offer of Instructure, an edtech company that makes Canvas LMS and products serving K-12 and higher ed. Despite some negative headlines about some higher education institutions closing in recent years, I believe we're in an exciting period of transformation. The traditional path from K-12 to higher education has changed significantly in recent years, so many institutions are pivoting to stay competitive. The most forward-thinking universities and colleges are expanding their reach, finding new ways to engage learners who might not have pursued higher education at the traditional times. Many are not just surviving—they're thriving and transforming the role of higher education in the new learner career journey. By recognizing this demographic shift and adapting their course offerings, other higher education institutions can expand their reach like never before. Here are four ways innovative institutions can drive growth by reaching new learners: Institutions must understand that these new traditional learners are seeking flexible, lifelong learning opportunities that fit into their lifestyles. It's common for workers to abandon the career path they originally envisioned and start jobs in entirely new fields. The Stanford Center on Longevity predicts longer lifespans and more career changes in the future. The new traditional learner demands flexibility and is more focused on the ROI of their education—all in the pursuit of readiness for their next chapter and the many chapters to come. The conventional academic model won't be adequate to prepare a modern workforce with the skills to meet the challenges they'll face in the future. To better address the evolving needs of the lifelong learner, institutions need to make it easier to attend across the state, no matter the student's location. Students in rural locations have long had fewer options when registering for courses. But we have great examples such as the Montana University System, which is working to make it easier for students to take online courses anywhere in the state. This will give the state of Montana a huge edge in creating a well-trained workforce. Not everyone needs—or wants—a traditional four-year degree. Recognizing this, many universities are launching microcredentials, certificate programs and other short-term learning options to help learners upskill quickly and affordably. For instance, Florida Gulf Coast University offers microcredentials and digital badges, which are flexible, competency-based programs designed to prepare learners for particular career paths. In collaboration with employers, FGCU develops these programs to target skill gaps in the workforce. The digital badges recognize skills and competencies, providing learners with a verifiable way to showcase their abilities. These microcredentials are designed as a supplement to traditional degrees, offering an additional pathway for professional development. Georgia Tech is reimagining its educational offerings by making personalized educational packages available to a broader spectrum of learners. By unbundling traditional degree components and rethinking the approach to the credit hour, the institution is addressing evolving job market demands and supporting continuous learning throughout individuals' careers. Colleges that align with workforce needs are thriving by partnering with employers to design relevant, skills-based programs. Instead of waiting for students to enroll, they're meeting learners directly in the workplace. Take the example of California State University, which recently announced the largest deployment of ChatGPT to a student population, with half a million students getting access to AI to prepare them for the future. This is a great example of a public-private education partnership with the potential to drive lasting impact for students, institutions and the communities they serve. Ensuring learners are equipped for an AI-enabled world through innovative teaching and learning practices will ensure students are ready to thrive in an evolving economy. They didn't stop at simply giving students access to AI; they also partnered with several tech companies to ensure students could have access to training and resources to be prepared for the workforce. The state of Alabama is leading the way in workforce development through an innovative partnership between the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), private industry and government. By collaborating with North AlabamaWorks and responding directly to the needs of local employers, ACCS colleges are delivering targeted training programs that prepare students for in-demand jobs across the state. This model demonstrates the power of alignment between education, industry and public agencies—creating a nimble and responsive talent pipeline that strengthens the economy and meets the evolving needs of businesses. Alabama's approach is a strong example of how strategic collaboration can drive job creation and fuel long-term economic growth. Traditional higher education models have often excluded key demographics, including adult learners, military personnel, first-generation college students, returning parents and those in rural or underserved communities. Institutions that make it easier for these communities to attend can see significant enrollment gains. With AI's ability to help nontraditional students, such as neurodivergent learners, we're seeing many exciting opportunities. Another example of reaching new learners is the way higher education is creating opportunities for military personnel. Many institutions have created military resource centers to ensure that veterans have access to services that will contribute to the likelihood of their success. By taking a whole-student approach to education, institutions can adapt to the modern needs of the learner. Higher education's future belongs to institutions that think beyond the traditional model. Institutions that embrace online learning, microcredentials and corporate partnerships and look for ways to expand courses to broader student populations can see enrollment growth and increase their impact. For colleges and universities looking to stay competitive, the message is clear: Innovation isn't optional—it's essential. Forbes Business Development Council is an invitation-only community for sales and biz dev executives. Do I qualify?
Korea Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
Instructure's Canvas LMS Enters South Korea to Strengthen Universities' Global Competitiveness
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure, the leading learning ecosystem and creator of Canvas, one of the most used learning management systems worldwide, today announced its entry into the South Korean market. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to empower educators and learners worldwide with a secure, scalable, and modern learning management system. The launch in South Korea is made possible through a strategic partnership with Linus, the authorized partner of Canvas in the country, with over 10 years of experience in the Korean education market. Through this collaboration, educational institutions across the country will gain access to Canvas' full suite of tools and services through locally based employees, localized marketing presence, and enhanced language capability. "With Canvas LMS, learners in South Korea will gain access to world-class, student-centered learning experiences that unlock personalized and self-paced education," said Harrison Kelly, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Instructure. "More importantly, Canvas by Instructure empowers institutions to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, helping them deliver job-aligned content and credentials that prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce. We're excited to bring all the fully featured LMS capabilities built in Canvas by Instructure to institutions in the country, supported by Linus's local expertise." Built to Scale, Secure by Design Unlike open-source LMS platforms that often rely on custom development and ongoing maintenance, Canvas by Instructure is engineered with a secure, enterprise-grade architecture that ensures long-term agility. With 99.9% annual uptime and hands-free updates, institutions can scale confidently while minimizing operational risks. Open Architecture for Seamless Integration Canvas is designed for extensibility. Through robust APIs and full support for Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standards, it integrates effortlessly with leading edtech tools, enabling institutions to build flexible, personalized learning ecosystems. Reliability, Resilience, and Risk Management Canvas provides built-in business continuity features, including automatic updates, disaster recovery, vulnerability patching, and rigorous security protocols—all of which support a reliable and safe learning experience for students and faculty alike. AI That Empowers Educators Canvas is also at the forefront of AI innovation in education. With AI-powered tools that support learner engagement and predictive analytics to help identify at-risk students, Canvas enables educators to personalize learning at scale and enhance student outcomes. "It is a great honor for Linus to become Instructure's first authorized partner in Korea," said Nah Suk Gyu, CEO of Linus. "Through this strong partnership with Instructure, a global leader in education technology, we are now able to contribute to enhancing the global competitiveness of Korean educational institutions with the world-class Canvas LMS." Instructure powers the delivery of education globally and reimagines the technologies that turn teaching and learning into opportunities. Today, the Instructure ecosystem of products connects the dots for educators and institutions by improving educational experiences at every age, every stage and every transitional moment — across K-12, higher education and the workforce. We encourage you to discover more at
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Instructure's Canvas LMS Enters South Korea to Strengthen Universities' Global Competitiveness
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Instructure, the leading learning ecosystem and creator of Canvas, one of the most used learning management systems worldwide, today announced its entry into the South Korean market. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to empower educators and learners worldwide with a secure, scalable, and modern learning management system. The launch in South Korea is made possible through a strategic partnership with Linus, the authorized partner of Canvas in the country, with over 10 years of experience in the Korean education market. Through this collaboration, educational institutions across the country will gain access to Canvas' full suite of tools and services through locally based employees, localized marketing presence, and enhanced language capability. 'With Canvas LMS, learners in South Korea will gain access to world-class, student-centered learning experiences that unlock personalized and self-paced education,' said Harrison Kelly, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Instructure. 'More importantly, Canvas by Instructure empowers institutions to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, helping them deliver job-aligned content and credentials that prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce. We're excited to bring all the fully featured LMS capabilities built in Canvas by Instructure to institutions in the country, supported by Linus's local expertise.' Built to Scale, Secure by Design Unlike open-source LMS platforms that often rely on custom development and ongoing maintenance, Canvas by Instructure is engineered with a secure, enterprise-grade architecture that ensures long-term agility. With 99.9% annual uptime and hands-free updates, institutions can scale confidently while minimizing operational risks. Open Architecture for Seamless Integration Canvas is designed for extensibility. Through robust APIs and full support for Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standards, it integrates effortlessly with leading edtech tools, enabling institutions to build flexible, personalized learning ecosystems. Reliability, Resilience, and Risk Management Canvas provides built-in business continuity features, including automatic updates, disaster recovery, vulnerability patching, and rigorous security protocols—all of which support a reliable and safe learning experience for students and faculty alike. AI That Empowers Educators Canvas is also at the forefront of AI innovation in education. With AI-powered tools that support learner engagement and predictive analytics to help identify at-risk students, Canvas enables educators to personalize learning at scale and enhance student outcomes. 'It is a great honor for Linus to become Instructure's first authorized partner in Korea,' said Nah Suk Gyu, CEO of Linus. 'Through this strong partnership with Instructure, a global leader in education technology, we are now able to contribute to enhancing the global competitiveness of Korean educational institutions with the world-class Canvas LMS.' About Instructure Instructure powers the delivery of education globally and reimagines the technologies that turn teaching and learning into opportunities. Today, the Instructure ecosystem of products connects the dots for educators and institutions by improving educational experiences at every age, every stage and every transitional moment — across K-12, higher education and the workforce. We encourage you to discover more at Logo – View original content:
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Instructure's Canvas LMS Enters South Korea to Strengthen Universities' Global Competitiveness
SEOUL, South Korea, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure, the leading learning ecosystem and creator of Canvas, one of the most used learning management systems worldwide, today announced its entry into the South Korean market. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company's mission to empower educators and learners worldwide with a secure, scalable, and modern learning management system. The launch in South Korea is made possible through a strategic partnership with Linus, the authorized partner of Canvas in the country, with over 10 years of experience in the Korean education market. Through this collaboration, educational institutions across the country will gain access to Canvas' full suite of tools and services through locally based employees, localized marketing presence, and enhanced language capability. "With Canvas LMS, learners in South Korea will gain access to world-class, student-centered learning experiences that unlock personalized and self-paced education," said Harrison Kelly, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at Instructure. "More importantly, Canvas by Instructure empowers institutions to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, helping them deliver job-aligned content and credentials that prepare students for a rapidly evolving workforce. We're excited to bring all the fully featured LMS capabilities built in Canvas by Instructure to institutions in the country, supported by Linus's local expertise." Built to Scale, Secure by Design Unlike open-source LMS platforms that often rely on custom development and ongoing maintenance, Canvas by Instructure is engineered with a secure, enterprise-grade architecture that ensures long-term agility. With 99.9% annual uptime and hands-free updates, institutions can scale confidently while minimizing operational risks. Open Architecture for Seamless Integration Canvas is designed for extensibility. Through robust APIs and full support for Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) standards, it integrates effortlessly with leading edtech tools, enabling institutions to build flexible, personalized learning ecosystems. Reliability, Resilience, and Risk Management Canvas provides built-in business continuity features, including automatic updates, disaster recovery, vulnerability patching, and rigorous security protocols—all of which support a reliable and safe learning experience for students and faculty alike. AI That Empowers Educators Canvas is also at the forefront of AI innovation in education. With AI-powered tools that support learner engagement and predictive analytics to help identify at-risk students, Canvas enables educators to personalize learning at scale and enhance student outcomes. "It is a great honor for Linus to become Instructure's first authorized partner in Korea," said Nah Suk Gyu, CEO of Linus. "Through this strong partnership with Instructure, a global leader in education technology, we are now able to contribute to enhancing the global competitiveness of Korean educational institutions with the world-class Canvas LMS." About Instructure Instructure powers the delivery of education globally and reimagines the technologies that turn teaching and learning into opportunities. Today, the Instructure ecosystem of products connects the dots for educators and institutions by improving educational experiences at every age, every stage and every transitional moment — across K-12, higher education and the workforce. We encourage you to discover more at Logo - View original content: SOURCE Instructure - Makers of Canvas LMS Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Corpay Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
ATLANTA, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corpay, Inc. (NYSE: CPAY), a leading global business payments company ("Corpay"), today announced the appointment of Peter Walker as Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), effective July 21, 2025. "We are excited to welcome Peter to Corpay. We believe Peter's mix of public and entrepreneurial company CFO experience will help him to contribute immediately. Peter's got great potential and will be a terrific partner in helping us to run the business," said Ron Clarke, Corpay's Chairman and CEO. Most recently, Peter served as the CFO at Instructure Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: INST) ("Instructure"). During his tenure with Instructure, Peter led the privatization of Instructure with its sale to KKR. Prior to Instructure, Peter was CFO of Sterling Check Corp (NASDAQ: STER) and CFO of Jackson Hewitt. Prior to Jackson Hewitt, Peter spent over 17 years at Assurant in finance, accounting and strategy roles, finishing his career at Assurant as CFO and Chief Strategy Officer. He began his career at Ernest & Young, is a certified public accountant, and earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Miami University. Peter also holds an MBA from New York University – Leonard N. Stern School of Business. With Peter's appointment, interim CFO Alissa Vickery will return to her full-time role as Chief Accounting Officer. "We're grateful for Alissa's assistance in leading our finance organization over the past several months, she did a great job supporting the team through the CFO transition," said Ron Clarke. About Corpay® Corpay (NYSE: CPAY), the Corporate Payments Company, is a global S&P 500 provider of commercial cards (e.g. business cards, fleet cards, virtual cards) and AP automation solutions (e.g., invoice and payments automation, cross border payments) to businesses worldwide. Our solutions "keep business moving" and result in our customers better controlling purchases, mitigating fraud, and ultimately spending less. Corpay – The Corporate Payments Company. To learn more visit View source version on Contacts Investor RelationsJim Eglseder, Media RelationsChad Corley, Sign in to access your portfolio
