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Accessibility Challenges in Higher Education: Risks, Opportunities, and the KWALL Solution

The shift towards digital learning in higher education has highlighted the critical need for accessible online environments. A recent EDUCAUSE QuickPoll revealed that while many institutions face risks such as potential legal actions due to non-compliance with accessibility standards, opportunities exist to turn these challenges into pathways for innovation and inclusivity. This post explores the…

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What Makes a Good Homepage Design for Higher Ed?

In higher education, your website’s homepage is often the first point of contact between your institution and prospective students. It’s not just a digital landing page; it’s a gateway to the student experience, the starting point for their journey toward higher education. Crafting a homepage that resonates with your audience, sets the tone for your…

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Accorbis: Transforming Higher Ed, Government, and Enterprises

Organizations in higher education, government, and large enterprises are constantly facing the challenge of providing seamless, user-friendly digital platforms while managing complex data and ensuring scalability. Whether you’re maintaining a university’s web portal, a government services site, or the online presence of a major corporation, finding the right web solution is essential. Accorbis stands out…

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WordPress 6.6: Features and Enhancements

WordPress 6.6 “Dorsey” has officially launched, bringing refinements and improvements to several features introduced in previous versions. It also adds exciting new capabilities, pushing WordPress further along in its phase 3 development journey. This release includes 299 Core Track tickets, 392 enhancements, 462 bug fixes, and 46 accessibility improvements for the Block Editor. Now you…

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Top 10 Higher Ed Website Design Trends and Tips in 2024

Over the past year, trust in higher education institutions has dropped significantly, with only 36% of American adults expressing “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in them. Factors like rising tuition costs, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and doubts about the value of a college education have all fueled this growing…

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Breaking Down an Atomic Design System

By now, you’ve likely come across the term “Atomic Design” while exploring how to initialize, build, or maintain your design system. If you’re new to this methodology, you’ve come to the right place. “Atomic Design,” introduced by Brad Frost in 2013, provides a systematic approach to crafting user interfaces by deconstructing designs into their basic…

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Your Website is Live – What’s Next?

Congratulations! Your hard work has paid off, and your new website is live. While it might feel like you’ve reached the finish line, the journey has just begun. Once your website is complete, it can be challenging to know what steps to take next. Adopting a “build it and they will come” attitude isn’t enough. …

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Strategies for Managing Multi-Campus Websites

Managing multi-campus websites effectively is crucial for institutions that span multiple locations. It ensures a cohesive and seamless online experience for all users. A well-designed multi-campus website helps current and prospective students easily find campus-specific information. These include resources and services, which is essential for making informed decisions and accessing support.  Clear and intuitive navigation…

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Online Reputation Management: How to Boost Your School’s Online Presence

A school’s online reputation is just as important as its physical presence. Prospective students and parents often turn to the internet to learn about schools, making it crucial for educational institutions to manage their online image through effective online reputation management.. The recent global pandemic has turned everything related to education on its head, including…

Content Management: How Does SEO Content Affect Me?

Creating content for SEO and content management involve crafting material that is not only informative but also packed with relevant keywords to boost your website’s visibility in search engine results pages. Essentially, it’s about enhancing your site’s chances of being seen and chosen by potential visitors. While there’s no foolproof recipe for producing the ultimate content,…

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