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In this episode of InstructureCast, Melissa and Ryan take a new approach to the generative AI discussion -- turning to two people currently in the thick of their education journey, inviting them to share their experiences with ChatGPT.

Simon Kaminer is a senior in high school at The High School for Math, Science and Engineering at City College and Finley Lufkin is in her first year at the University of Utah. Join in the conversation as these two students share their thoughts, insights, and ideas about how to use generative AI from the student perspective.

For additional resources and tools for generative AI, log on to our website at InstructureCast.com.

In this episode of the Bamboo Beat, Nicole Hiers departs from the typical format of our podcast to shine a spotlight on Instructure’s core – its employees. Join us as we delve into the heartfelt expressions of gratitude from just some of our incredible team members, we uncover the heart of gratitude at the core of Instructure’s success.

Host Ryan Lufkin pulls in Instructure's VP of International Strategy, Sidharth Oberoi for a more global perspective on the results from the annual State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education. While some of the responses from EMEA and APAC regions echo those from North America, there were several areas, such as generative AI and the desire for apprenticeships, where regional results differed.

To dig even deeper into the results, you can find the different reports here: 

EMEA State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education

APAC State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education

In this episode of the Bamboo Beat, your host, Nicole Hiers, is joined by Kristin Lundstrum, Instructure Community Manager, and some very special Community members; Beth Crook, Matthew Jennings, Gregory Beyrer, Valentine King, and Kona Jones to celebrate our incredible 2 million member milestone!

Join us to hear about how this panel has experienced our robust community space, and how their experiences with the Instructure Community have impacted the way they approach teaching and learning.

Episode disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

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In this “breaking news” episode, InstructureCast host Ryan Lufkin walks through the details surrounding the White House’s new Executive Order on AI and just how Instructure contributed to the process. 

With a lot of information outlined in this “minisode,” we invite you to dive deeper into the details through these resources: 

In this episode of the Bamboo Beat, Nicole Hiers interviews Canvas Studio experts Samantha Matthis and Emily Koutsoyannis. With an overview of Canvas Studio, a highlight of its key features, and a bird’s eye view of its evolution, you won’t want to miss the inside scoop. The conversation delves into the practical applications of Canvas Studio in education, including insights from Samantha and Emily from their current and past roles. 

Check out these incredible Canvas Studio resources!

In this super-sized episode, Melissa and Ryan meet with two incredible educational experts, thought leaders, and long-time friends of Instructure, Professor Martin Bean, CBE, and Dr. James Henderson.

Martin Bean is currently a professor at the University of New South Wales in Australia and CEO of The Bean Centre, an organization of collaborators and visionaries in the education and tech worlds that are designing an educational future that works,

Jim Henderson is the president of the University of Louisiana System where he strives to bring world-class higher education to the students, employers, and communities of Louisiana. 

To dig in deeper to the articles, studies, and programs referenced in this episode, check out these links: 

ToolKit for Turbulence by Martin Bean CBE and Graham Winter, out now

“Putting Skills First: A Framework for Action,” World Economic Forum, May 2023

“Building the Agile Future,” 2023 LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report

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2023 State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education

Host Ryan Lufkin sits down with Instructure’s Director of Content Marketing, Jessica Griner, to discuss the six key trends that were revealed in the fourth annual State of Student Success and Engagement in Higher Education global survey. 

To dig into the details of the report even more, click here. 

And for more content on generative AI, be sure to check out our InstructureCast episode here and the webinar “AI with Boundaries: The Right Way to Manage ChatGPT and its Potential Disruption of Higher Ed.” 

Lauren Burlison Janoska, better known as the "Canvas Queen," is the featured guest on this week’s episode of InstructureCast. She shares with host Melissa Loble how she earned her title as the Canvas Queen and how she helps new-to-Canvas educators and even seasoned Canvas users improve their courses.

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Melissa Loble, recently named as Instructure’s Chief Academic Officer, chats with Instructure CEO Steve Daly about the significance behind the role and her three-pronged approach to the role: 1) contributing to the larger body of thought leadership in the educational space, 2) working on the ground with educators at all levels through the educational organizational structure, and 3) bringing and academic lens to Instructure's future strategy.

Read more about Melissa's new role here.