UNLV Sets the Standard for Classroom Capture with Epiphan Pearl Nexus

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) has set a new standard in educational technology by implementing Pearl Nexus for classroom capture. As a trailblazer in leveraging technology to enhance learning, UNLV has always prioritized student and faculty engagement. The university's forward-thinking approach led them to adopt the Pearl Nexus system, an enterprise-grade solution designed to meet the evolving needs of modern education.

UNLV’s Classroom Capture Challenge

In 2018, UNLV faced a significant challenge with its existing lecture capture hardware. The system was unreliable, outdated, and not fully integrated with their AV infrastructure. With growing student and faculty needs, the university required a scalable solution that could seamlessly integrate with Panopto for content management and Crestron for room integration. As Frank Alaimo, Classroom Technology Services Manager at UNLV, explains, “our previous hardware appliances just weren’t up to the task.” The school needed an innovative solution to improve reliability and minimize maintenance.

The Pearl Nexus Solution for Classroom Capture

After extensive research, UNLV selected Pearl Nexus™ by Epiphan. The Pearl Nexus system provided everything they needed: easy integration with existing AV infrastructure, remote management through Epiphan Edge™, and fast installation. UNLV deployed over 200 Pearl Nexus units in classrooms and research spaces, each set up in less than 10 minutes. The seamless integration with Panopto and Crestron created a user-friendly experience for both faculty and students.

With Pearl Nexus, classroom capture at UNLV became streamlined and efficient. Faculty no longer needed to interact heavily with the technology, allowing them to focus on teaching, while students benefitted from having recorded lectures available for review, improving engagement and retention.

Improved Engagement and Efficiency with Pearl Nexus

Since implementing Pearl Nexus, the university has seen higher levels of student engagement. According to UNLV student Safiyaa Bintali, the ability to revisit recorded lectures has had a “positive effect” on both her learning and grades. Faculty members now direct students to lecture recordings for review, freeing up their time to address more complex questions during office hours.

The AV team at UNLV has also experienced fewer maintenance issues, allowing them to focus on strategic projects. As Frank Alaimo notes, “I’m a happy man when my phone’s not ringing,” as the reliable Pearl Nexus system allows the team to concentrate on future initiatives rather than troubleshooting old hardware.

UNLV Sets the Standard for Lecture Capture

UNLV became the first university to fully standardize on Pearl Nexus, revolutionizing how they manage classroom capture across the campus. This partnership with Epiphan has positioned UNLV as a leader in educational technology, paving the way for future innovations. Pearl Nexus has become the backbone of the university’s AV infrastructure, supporting its mission to provide students with an exceptional learning experience.

In summary, UNLV’s adoption of Pearl Nexus for classroom capture highlights the university’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology. By improving student engagement, streamlining faculty workflows, and reducing AV maintenance, Pearl Nexus has set a new benchmark for lecture capture solutions in higher education. UNLV’s forward-thinking approach continues to make them a leader in delivering innovative education technology solutions.

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