The Essentials for Remote Learning examines how higher education institutions adapted to rapid shifts caused by the pandemic, with a strong focus on technology, equity, and security. Drawing on Educause research, it outlines three future scenarios for IT strategy: restoring pre-pandemic operations, evolving to meet a new normal, and transforming higher education through innovation. Key issues include cost management, online learning quality, student success, cybersecurity, and digital equity. The publication also highlights Rutgers research showing that remote learners struggle with connectivity, information overload, and loss of community, offering practical guidance to improve engagement and fairness. Across all sections, the report emphasizes that COVID-19 accelerated digital transforma

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