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Apr 30

Why “One-and-Done” Training Fails Continuing Education Management Systems

~By Rick J. Stern | Training | Comments (0)

That means training should be aligned with how people use the registration system. Registrars need different training than finance staff. Program coordinators need different training than system administrators. Reporting users need different training than front-line support…

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Dec 02

Researching Non-Credit Program Markets Using AI

~By Rick J. Stern | Managing | Comments (0)

If you're running a continuing education or non-credit program, you probably wear 14 hats before lunch. Program developer, marketer, curriculum designer, customer service, trend watcher… you get it. That’s exactly why AI can feel like…

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Nov 16

Using AI to Write Course Descriptions, Titles, and Marketing Copy for Non-Credit Programs

~By Rick J. Stern | Managing | Comments (0)

In the fast-moving world of continuing education, professional development, and lifelong learning, non-credit programs play a vital role in connecting learners to new skills and opportunities. Yet for many college and university teams, especially those…

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Feb 14

Navigating Regional Differences in Non-Credit Continuing Education Programs

~By Rick J. Stern | Managing | Comments (0)

By leveraging the unique strengths of each region, non-credit continuing education programs can create more dynamic, effective, and inclusive learning experiences for all.

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Feb 09

Maximize Your Summer: Creative Strategies to Boost Continuing Education Enrollment

~By Rick J. Stern | Managing | Comments (0)

Maximize the potential of your Continuing Education program this summer by thinking outside the box and leveraging the unique benefits of online learning. With a bit of creativity and strategic planning, you can keep your…

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Apr 16

Harness the Full Power of Reporting

~By Rick J. Stern | Metrics | Comments (0)

In the modern business world, having access to comprehensive and dynamic reporting tools is essential for informed decision-making. XenDirect steps into the spotlight with an arsenal of reporting features designed to meet the complex and…

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Apr 13

Improving Your Student Registration Process – The Digital Revolution

~By Rick J. Stern | Managing | Comments (0)

It’s time to break free and leap into the future with digital registration systems. Gone are the days when staff would grapple with stacks of paperwork.

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Jun 22

Spotlight On: Smart Workflows

~By Rick J. Stern | Features | Comments (0)

Following a consistent process of record management can result in accurate and consistent data. When it comes to student registrations, accuracy and consistency are of ever-increasing importance. But what about speeding up the process? That’s…

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May 28

Spotlight On: Top Registration Performers

~By Rick J. Stern | Metrics | Comments (0)

Metrics for the top registration performers using Xenegrade's XenDirect registration system.

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Apr 19

Spotlight On: Dynamic InSight Reporting

~By Rick J. Stern | Features | Comments (0)

InSight reporting is a highly flexible and dynamic reporting feature that dramatically goes past the normal reporting options users are accustomed to. From standard reports to dynamic dashboards, InSight provides a level of data reporting…

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