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A student work group representative reported that one common complaint was difficulty navigating differing instructor approaches and syllabi across classes, which complicated planning for students with a full course load. The migration to a new learning management system over the summer required an “upskill” for students and faculty and prompted questions about how institutions prepare learners for system changes.

The representative said one example of what worked well was group work, which some students reported increased engagement. The group emphasized that clear, consistent communication from institutions and instructors improves student outcomes and engagement.

Committee members also discussed ways to amplify student voices beyond LTAC meeting report‑outs. The student work group participates in webinars hosted by THECB and the committee explored whether students could be better represented in state and national surveys (the group referenced opportunities to recruit student subcommittee members to help boost survey participation). The speaker encouraged members to attend student subcommittee meetings, describing students’ contributions as “inspiring.”

No formal votes or policy changes were taken; the discussion will inform future work group priorities and possible deliverables that could capture student perspectives for the broader LTAC membership.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","LTAC - June 13 2025","oneSentenceSummary","THECB student work group reported that students identified communication and consistency as the top issues after a learning management system migration; the committee discussed ways to amplify student voices for state and national surveys.","taxTitle","Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas","taxId",17243,"location","Texas","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6177792,"Research subcommittee pins AI, academic integrity and student-facing bots as priority agenda items",269,1436000,1705000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5332503-db7f29d4af3b194abb1e1a670e108134&start=1436&end=1705","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5332503-db7f29d4af3b194abb1e1a670e108134/thumbnail_1436000.jpg","/articles/6177792/Texas/Research-subcommittee-pins-AI-academic-integrity-and-student-facing-bots-as-priority-agenda-items","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6177792-b1a1a7cc6ab97d0321a964250a4745f0/orig.mp4?Expires=1770438676&Signature=F1UXHKUiAytmToKwLcuJI5xdXVu-mfJ33r8q0BriyMTNM0nTyeHsGQqz4GHiNkmXeOclWr4zIETbB-2o184dsdsF52zEGeg2xta0DVEISLyfXjn2M87dJiPyhWCsk-K88yVwOv0Bssdm3AM2ZnrJ1dD0q-JODki5yPe2Z8R1SbIcscSVQxA8Eh~EcDYYlqtI6NZLhlNBctspUCZnBi12jnOn5ixPFDpCUl0bHpvw5wP-lqZCTipEmLh1PFM19z9zVoD7xVz4vYOLUdS0K9kuxY97ue6DiRgXg7RYHbfeqeuTbMubnzCNQW7Cc587NawVTEt2F3vaGOTXrZeyaP2WpQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The THECB LTAC research subcommittee reported plans to prioritize work on artificial intelligence, academic integrity and student‑facing bots, and to consider including wearable technologies and accessibility in that inquiry.

Tim, co‑chair of the research subcommittee, said the committee received an update from THECB staff on a digital course material and learning survey. He said BABE consultants will present results to THECB staff in July, with a comparison of Texas results to national benchmarks, and the research group expects to disseminate the findings to LTAC members.

Tim said the subcommittee discussed several possible topics for future research and outreach, including AI, augmented/virtual reality, accessibility, and the use of AI bots for recruitment and advising. He told the committee two agenda items were likely to come forward: “AI and academic integrity” and “AI as a student services support tool.”

Members also raised a distinct concern about “student bots”—automated agents posing as students to enroll or complete coursework—and cited recent U.S. Department of Education activity related to student identity verification. Janet and others flagged potential academic‑integrity and identity issues and suggested the committee consider both institutional bots (for student services) and bots that could pose as students.

The group discussed additional questions: whether institutionally produced bots could change ownership of faculty content (a concern raised in discussions at the Texas A&M system), whether wearables (for example, AR glasses) should be part of integrity research, and how accessibility and economic equity intersect with these new technologies.

No formal vote was taken; the research subcommittee asked members to provide feedback to Tim and Aaron, and the group agreed to craft two formal agenda items for upcoming meetings so the topics can be explored in depth.","THECB research subcommittee reported interest in AI topics including academic integrity, institutional student‑support bots, and 'student bots' posing as learners; BABE consultants will present digital course material survey findings to THECB staff in July.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6177797,"Operations subcommittee will continue as IPDE review body; staff to explore broader SmartSheets use",117,716000,833000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5332503-db7f29d4af3b194abb1e1a670e108134&start=716&end=833","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5332503-db7f29d4af3b194abb1e1a670e108134/thumbnail_716000.jpg","/articles/6177797/Texas/Operations-subcommittee-will-continue-as-IPDE-review-body-staff-to-explore-broader-SmartSheets-use","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6177797-f6e1d77bb43f827b5eb5f09372d09de2/orig.mp4?Expires=1770438676&Signature=ZlcNv-s7OaxJuRyPijnSwT3bTwvhGHJ1mjL5-NOPuEaGZ~7xuf5-MRGWtqGPrWHzD5-VcrOt6fDRHcBIdQG3XyTL0v349fZVxKvC~3d-Xjht49ESw801K8BP0MUUzdoOV-b4nGZmVwDgls6SiKxM~Ahy7GlWOE4VYMJCi-VxGVcCaSpOkrmDOxG4X6AD7XjAb6f~rqXrRXGElownLjDNSK7aKmaZm54-iHkILGXq49I2X5sIYrA-datelPlRqZHR5-UwnionSUkRNyjm43cEayObUJl4PrXC0iJKDEDQ0GWM~7nhElZ~LaHw1Er0M0lSkrlFT3D~m9a3wazQkKRQmA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Learning Technology Advisory Committee on July — during a subcommittee report — voted to keep the operations subcommittee as the review body for the current IPDE cycle and asked staff to investigate fuller use of SmartSheets during the review process.

The vote matters because the operations subcommittee will continue to receive and evaluate institutions' IPDE submissions; THECB staff said five additional submissions are expected by the end of the month. Committee members also asked staff to explore SmartSheets’ additional capabilities beyond application intake to support reviewers.

Luke, reporting for the operations subcommittee, told the committee, “Current operations subcommittee is recommending that we continue to serve as the IPDE review committee for this current cycle.” He added that staff would “investigate SmartSheets beyond the application submission for full use during the review process.”

Patrick, presiding over the session, called for discussion and then a vote. A THECB staff member confirmed the recommendation aligns with the Texas Administrative Code. Patrick called the vote and said the motion carried.

As part of the next steps, the committee scheduled a working meeting for July 31 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. to discuss identified process improvements for the IPDE review process and to work with operations and QA subcommittee members on implementation details. The QA subcommittee was asked to prioritize two items — creating “helpful hints” for narratives and clarifying accessibility notes for applicants — and committee members offered to consult with staff during that work.

No formal amendment to the structure was adopted; the committee’s decision was to continue the existing arrangement for the current cycle and to pursue procedural changes by the July 31 working session and future LTAC meeting. The committee also noted that some institutions have cybersecurity constraints that may affect how submissions are accessed and circulated among reviewers, and asked staff to advise on practical options consistent with public‑meeting and records requirements.

Meeting logistics noted during the report: five IPDE submissions expected by the end of the month; the July 31 working meeting is planned as an operational session ahead of the LTAC meeting in August; and staff will report findings on SmartSheets’ capabilities back to the committee.","THECB LTAC voted to have the operations subcommittee remain the reviewer for the current IPDE cycle, directed staff to investigate wider SmartSheets use for reviews, and scheduled a follow-up meeting to consider process improvements.","actionData","errors"]

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Student work group: clearer communication, consistent policies and student voice needed after LMS migration

Research subcommittee pins AI, academic integrity and student-facing bots as priority agenda items

Operations subcommittee will continue as IPDE review body; staff to explore broader SmartSheets use