Week 12: Understanding technological norms and where is an institution
regarding technology
Premise:
In order to effectively train our students, student affairs professionals
need to understand and convey current technological norms. By
understanding these norms, we will be able to prepare students
for a modern technological world.
Purpose:
To get an understanding of what institutions and society see as
norms in its use. To inform students of what is expectable when
using this type of resource. To understand what the use of technology
has changed in reference to class work and assignments. To see
what campuses are now using technology for.
In Class Exercises:
This class period will take place via distance technology. The
instructor will post several discussion questions on the course
discussion board. The students will respond to these questions
and to other students’ responses during the allotted class time.
Readings to be completed before class:
Cunningham, K. and Rainey, S. (2001). The Changing Shape
of Technology on Campus from Emergence to Convergence. Facilities
Manager 17 (3), 19-22.
Full text available online through ERIC
Abstract:
Explores the basics in technology convergence in making today's
college and university campuses more "intelligent." Two key components
required for effective technology convergence are described as
are the benefits of convergence on campus safety and security
and utility cost management. (GR)
Greigk, R. E. The Role of New Technology in Campus Activities:
An Update for Professionals. Campus Activities Programming 31
(5), 75-79.
Full text available online through ERIC
Abstract:
A discussion of current uses of technology in campus activities
programming looks at what is meant by "new technology"; the range
of uses of technology in this field; the role and impact of the
interactive aspects of information technology; how technology
affects how professionals educate, advise, and train students;
and dealing with students who are not technologically sophisticated.
(MSE)
Kuh G.D. and Vesper, N. (2001). Do Computers Enhance or
Detract from Student Learning? Research in Higher Education 42
(1): 87-102
Abstract:
Does becoming familiar with computer and information technology
during college add to or detract from making progress toward
other desirable outcomes of college? Based on responses to the
23 gains items from the CSEQ (including computer use), more than
125,000 undergraduates from 205 four-year colleges and universities
were divided into two categories: (1) High Gainers (those who
made substantial progress on using computers) and (2) Low Gainers
(those reporting less progress). Increased familiarity with computers
was positively related to developing other important skills and
competencies, including social skills.