The EduData Podcast
by Timothy Davis, Jamie Boggs
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Truth vs. Trends: Common Misleading Data in Education
Truth vs. Trends: Common Misleading Data in Education
About this 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.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 61 episodes
- Truth vs. Trends: Common Misleading Data in Education · 58 min · Episode 59Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis unpack some of the most commonly misunderstood and misrepresented statistics in education. They’ll explore which metrics are often skewed (and why)…
- Cracking the Code: Predictive Analytics and Student Engagement with ZeeMee · 30 min · Episode 58In this episode of EduData, Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis sit down with Vanessa Didyk (CEO) and Garvel Kindrick (Head of Enrollment Data) from ZeeMee, the student engagement…
- Mastering GTM for Higher Ed Analytics · 52 min · Episode 57Google Tag Manager (GTM) is the hidden powerhouse behind effective analytics, especially in higher education. In this session, we demystify GTM and show how it empowers your team…
- Connecting the Dots: Visualizing Your Higher Ed Data Relationships · 45 min · Episode 56In the complex world of higher education, data is your most valuable asset. But how do you connect the dots between your CRM, admissions software, marketing platforms, and more?…
- Measuring What Matters: Using Machine Learning to Analyze Recruitment Efforts and Their Impact on Enrollment · 54 min · Episode 55Every email, text message, and outreach effort plays a role in shaping a prospective student’s journey — but how can colleges truly measure which actions make the biggest impact?…
- Navigating Parent Engagement with CampusESP · 25 min · Episode 54Parents are more involved than ever. Keeping them engaged can make or break your class. Dave Becker, CEO and co-founder of Campus ESP, joins the podcast to explore his takeaways…
- Celebrating Diversity through International Recruitment · 25 min · Episode 53In this episode, Timothy and Jamie discuss the significance of the International House at UC Berkeley with its Executive Director, Shaun Carver. The conversation explores the…
- Enrollment Trends & Trust in Higher Ed Reporting · 18 min · Episode 52Welcome to 2025! In this first recorded episode of the new year, Timothy and Jamie dive into higher education's unexpected comeback. They discuss the corrected National Student…
- Projections and Predictions: Knocking at the College Door · 21 min · Episode 51In this episode of The Edu Data Podcast, Timothy and Jamie dive deep into the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education's (WICHE) latest report, Knocking at the College…
- Accessibility-first Design · 26 min · Episode 5095.9% of website home pages have accessibility failures. That’s because accessibility isn’t part of the design process. In this episode of the Edgy Data Podcast, Timothy Davis…
- Cracking the Code: Higher Ed SEO Benchmarks and Strategies for 2024 · 24 min · Episode 49In this episode of the EduData Podcast, Jamie and Timothy dive into the latest Carnegie report on 2024 Higher Ed SEO benchmarks. From understanding click-through rates and…
- Harnessing Data Management in Higher Education · 25 min · Episode 48Jamie and Timothy are joined by Katie Tomlinson, Senior Director of Analytics and Business Intelligence for Education Dynamics. They discuss the importance of data management in…
- FAFSA Fiasco Fallout: Enrollment Numbers and Urgent Insights · 18 min · Episode 47In this episode of The EduData Podcast, Jamie and Timothy dive into fresh data from the National Clearinghouse Research Center and the National College Attainment Network…
- Is College Actually Getting Cheaper? Breaking Down Surprising Tuition Trends · 20 min · Episode 46In this episode of The EduData Podcast, Timothy Davis and Jamie Boggs take a closer look at recent data from the College Board’s "Trends in College Pricing and Student Aid"…
- Exploring the Latest IPEDS Dual Enrollment Data: Key Insights and Trends · 18 min · Episode 45In this episode of the EduData podcast, hosts Timothy and Jamie dive into the latest dual enrollment data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), with…
- AI Tutors: Helpful or Harmful? Contradictory Studies on AI in Education · 21 min · Episode 44Join in as hosts Timothy and Jamie dive into the evolving role of AI in education, specifically exploring how large language models like ChatGPT are shaping learning…
- Navigating the Future of Higher Ed Marketing: Segmentation, Privacy, and the Power of Personalization · 25 min · Episode 43In this episode, Timothy and Jamie are joined by Erin Ward, Head of Digital Sales & Client Experience for NextGrad. Erin discusses the evolving landscape of higher education…
- Optimizing College Applications: Common App Trends and SEO Strategies · 21 min · Episode 42Join Timothy and Jamie as they dive into the latest trends from the Common App's 2024 End-of-Season Report. From the rise in public school applications to the growing influence…
- The Impact of Holds on Student Success: Barriers or Protections? · 22 min · Episode 41In this episode, Timothy and Jamie dive into the complex issue of financial and administrative holds in higher education. Sparked by a LinkedIn poll, they explore whether holds…
- Exploring the Link between Optimism and Income Perception in Education · 21 min · Episode 40Join Jamie and Timothy as they dive deeper into a recent study from Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation, focusing on Generation Z's perceptions of their future. They explore…
