The majority of higher education institutions consider digital transformation as a priority for their school, according to new research.

A study of 95 higher education institutions across The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), from educational technology company Glean, found that 67 per cent want to increase their use of assistive technologies within the next five years.

When it comes to note taking specifically the research found that 72 per cent of respondents currently use peer notes within their accessibility toolkit.

“The sudden shift towards blended learning caught many institutions off guard, as legacy accommodations struggled to support students working in a new online/offline hybrid environment,” said Katherine Hamilton, brand manager, Glean. “It’s refreshing to see that despite the suspension of some in-person services, and the personal and institutional pressures faced by many, optimism and a will to improve student experience shone through in this research.

Hamilton added: “It’s also clear that digital transformation within the accessibility sector is fundamental to the future of successful learning outcomes, meaning institutions need to act now to preserve the interests of their students, and the institutions themselves.”

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