The EduData Podcast
The EduData podcast is your no-fluff guide to the data driving higher education. Forget about data silos and disconnected stats — we bring you straight into the heart of the numbers that matter. With sharp commentary and rigorous research, our hosts break down complex data points into actionable insights you can use. Whether you're an administrator, educator, or just a higher ed enthusiast, EduData is your key to unlocking the data behind the academia.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 61
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Understanding Gen Z: Insights from the 2024 Voice of Gen Z Survey
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Timothy and Jamie dive into the 2024 Voice of Gen Z Annual Survey, conducted by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation. The survey, which gathered insig…
Assessing Public Perception: The Value of Higher Education and Its Functions
Jamie and Timothy continue their discussion on the value of a college education. They analyze a recent study by the Chronicle of Higher Education, which surveyed over 1,000 adults across the United S…
A Tale of Two Stats - Higher Ed's Role in Workforce Readiness
Jamie and Timothy dig through the 2024 Trends in Higher Education report from Hanover Research to discover how employers feel about higher ed. From one study cited, 45% of employers plan to cut bache…
Navigating UK University Admissions: Insights from the National Clearing Survey
EduData goes international! Today, Timothy and Jamie dive into the intricacies of the UK university admissions process, with a focus on the latest findings from the National Clearing Survey by NetNat…
New Regulations: Tracking the Future of Online Education
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis dive into new proposed regulations from the Department of Education regarding online education. They examine an Inside High…
Ice Cream, Sharks, and Phlebotomists: Correlation vs. Causation in Higher Education Studies
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy dive head-first into the critical distinction between correlation and causation within higher education research. They revisit last wee…
From the Comments Section: Perspectives on ROI in Higher Ed
In this episode, Timothy and Jamie discuss a LinkedIn post about college returns on investment (ROI) for low-income and high-income students. The comment section explores the limitations of using sal…
Trends and Data-Driven Marketing Strategies with Sarah Russell
In this episode of the EduData podcast, Jamie welcomes Sarah Russell, Vice President of Marketing at Education Dynamics. With over 15 years of experience, Sarah shares her insights into the evolving …
From English to Engineering: The Evolution of College Majors
Jamie and Timothy as they explore the intersection of higher education and data. In this episode, they discuss Jon Boeckenstedt's analysis of the shifts in bachelor's degrees over the past decade, hi…
Engage Summit Encore: How Element451 makes predictions about student behavior
Timothy and Jamie discuss the data and technology behind predictive analytics at Element451. These predictions help Element451 users make better decisions, and help AI assistants provide enhanced rec…
The Importance of Wealth in College Affordability
Is “wealth” a better measure of need than family income? A new study finds that assets like savings, property, and investments are a better indicator of a student's ability to cover college costs tha…
Navigating Open-Source Information: Democratizing Higher Ed Data
In this episode of the Edu Data Podcast, hosts Timothy and Jamie dive into the latest release from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) - the new Digest State Dashboard. They discuss t…
From Intent to Indecision: Insights on Enrollment Choices
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy dive into a recent study by the Art and Science Group that explores why some high school seniors intending to go to college ultimately …
Addressing Dropout Risk: Academic and Financial Support for Students
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy explore a case study on late student departures at a four-year public university in the Midwest. The study focuses on factors contribut…
Enrollify.org Relaunch: More Content, More Community
In this Bonus announcement, join Mallory, Chief Strategist of Enrollify, as she introduces the newly relaunched Enrollify.org. This episode highlights the fresh features and content now available on …
Data-Driven Success: Implementing Best Practices in Higher Education
Timothy and Jamie explore key strategies for effective data use in higher education, drawing from the Quality Information Partners' guidelines. They discuss fostering a responsible data-sharing cultu…
Calculating the Cost: The Real ROI of College Degrees
In this episode of the EduData Podcast, hosts Jamie and Timothy discuss a recent study on the return on investment from higher education. They explore how different degree programs, from computer sci…
Mastering Market Research in Higher Education
Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis welcome Steven Fischer from Education Dynamics for a deep dive into the complexities of market research in higher education. Steven shares his expertise on research meth…
Navigating New Tech in Higher Ed: HighEdWeb 2024 Analytics & AI Summit
Timothy and Jamie share their key takeaways from the recent HighEdWeb 2024 Analytics & AI Summit. They break down the significant shift from Universal Analytics to Google Analytics 4, the integration…
From A to Z: Exploring Decision Fatigue in Grading
In this episode Jamie and Timothy dive into the fascinating world of decision fatigue and its impact on grading practices in higher education. Drawing from a study conducted at the University of Mich…