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Today\u2019s higher education leaders are navigating a critical question: how can institutions expand digital learning in a way that is intentional, sustainable, high-quality, and centred on the learner experience?<\/p>\n

Leading with SCALE provides a practical guide to meeting this challenge. Informed by years of partnership with leading institutions around the world, the framework outlines actionable strategies for aligning institutional priorities, supporting faculty, and creating impactful digital learning experiences at scale.<\/p>\n

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