“The societal changes unfolding before us, fueled by technological innovation and our evolving needs, compel us to reimagine educational paradigm designed for a bygone industrial age," said Garrett Smiley, CEO and co-founder of Sora Schools.

VitalSource's Annual Course Materials Report found that about a fifth of all students now purchase course materials directly through their LMS rather than through standard retail options.

Across the globe, higher education institutions work tirelessly to build and maintain a record of excellence for quality educational experiences, and that same effort and strategic mindset should be applied to online education.

The problem is complex, and solutions are both nuanced and multifaceted. Here are several key insights to help institutions tackle a growing challenge.