INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CURRICULUM OF LEARNING COMMUNITIES AND UNIVERSITY

SEMINAR CLASSESMrs. Elizabeth Briscoe-Wilson

University LibrarianDr. Rinalda Farrar

Coordinator, Library CommonsLincoln University, Jefferson City, Missouri

Learning Communities - Clusters of courses - Organized around a common theme University Seminar - Introduce students to college experience - Provide valuable information, skills and

strategies

Learning Communities and University Seminar Classes

•Music Class•University

Seminar Class•Psychology Class

Abstract Introduction to project Project Review Challenges Change Model Resistance to Change Insights and learning Initiative fit into the university strategic plan Summary and conclusion

OUTLINE

Incorporating technology into the classroom to enhance traditional teaching methods is not a new idea.

Yet the use of technology as an instructional tool in curriculum is still often considered an innovative way to engage students in learning.

The use of technology to implement curriculum supports new ways of teaching and learning.

The inclusion of technology can provide continuity of instruction throughout a school/environment and create new layers in the curriculum.

Abstract

Project Goal Project Structure Process Overall outcomes Key breakthroughs or innovations

Introduction to project

Project Review

Inman E. Page LibraryLincoln University

Jefferson City, Missouri

Meeting with faculty - Flexible schedule - Appointments Syllabi - Projects Descriptions of projects - Moviemaker - Excel - YouTube - PowerPoint Class presentations and preparations

Challenges

Strength - Technologically innovative building with Information Mall concept. - Vibrant faculty that teach library science classes - Learning Commons that has technology to supplement al the classes - OCLC & Mobius give students, faculty & staff access to more than 10 million volumes in

Missouri Weaknesses - Budget is not big enough to do any new programs - No increase in budget in 10 years - Need at least two additional librarians Opportunities - Grants are available - Interns are available for library work - Administrative support from Vice President of Academic Affairs Threat - New technology, no new money - Higher usage by students, require more librarians - New opportunities for training, no funds to travel

Challenges - SWOT

Identification of stakeholders - Faculty - Students Involvement of stakeholders Key change issues - Faculty use of technology - Increase student use of technology

Change Model

Stakeholders

Dr. Rachel Sale, Director of e-learning and Assistant Professor

Dr. Leon StevensProfessor, Computer Science

Dr. Derek Smith, Assistant Professor - Music Dr. Walter Johnson, Associate Professor - Psychology

Mrs. Sally Brown, University Seminar Instructor

Ms. Katrina Blau, Media Center Coordinator

Ms. Benecia Williams Media Assistant

Mrs. Paula ClayDirector, First Year Experience

Mrs. Shirley Sanders,University Seminar Instructor, Academic Advisor

Targeted faculty made resistance to change a lot less likely.

Faculty were elated to be included in this project and future endeavors

Resistance to Change

Strategic Planning Collaboration – internal and external Webinars – present and future Change and Transition

Insights and Learning from Leadership Institute

GOAL TWO Academic Quality Improvement: Lincoln University will prepare students for careers and lifelong learning by enhancing the value and quality of the academic programs.

- Objective 2.2 Lincoln University will improve access to educational offerings and programs through enhanced delivery methods and innovative scheduling. - Strategy 2.2.1: Review and enhance the

instructional delivery of existing courses and programs.

Lincoln University 2008-2012 Strategic Plan

Projects have increased in other departments

Faculty are more involved in assigning projects using technology and using technology in the classrooms

Librarians involved in LUTC (Lincoln University Technology Committee)

Students are more involved in use of technology

The demand has increased for technology tutorials and “how to” information

Summary and Conclusion