Until fairly recently, outsourcing any component of the student-learning experience was largely off-limits for a sector with a core mission to educate. But with many institutions facing financial and enrollment pressures, more colleges are looking to external partnerships to quickly develop new online programming.
 
 
 
 
 
However, a recent survey by the College Innovation Network revealed that “less than half of administrators are confident in their ability to choose effective ed-tech products for their departments or institutions.”

The New Learning Partnerships can help administrators understand how to forge high-quality external partnerships to build a strong curriculum.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Order this report to:
  • Determine when it makes sense to engage an outside partner, and who should be part of the decision-making process.
  • Approach the competitive-bidding process and identify the strongest partner for the job.
  • Navigate federal regulations and develop a contract that helps protect your college from risks.
  • Set goals and metrics to hold your institution, and your vendor, accountable.