Week 9: Building Campus Physical Space Promoting Technology
Premise:
As student affairs professionals we will be responsible for decisions
regarding facilities and their related technological upgrades.
We need to be aware of the terminology, cost, and challenges
associated with incorporating this technology into the physical
campus space.
Purpose:
To understand what steps universities and colleges are taking in
adding technology to the physical space on campus. To understand
the complexities of adding the new technology to the campuses
and the cost associated with such measures.
In Class Exercises:
The instructor will lead the discussion of the readings via a Power
Point presentation. Part of this presentation will include examples
of specific universities currently attempting to upgrade technology
in their campus facilities. This discussion will be lead via
specific institutions' websites.
Readings to be completed before class:
Easley, L. and Hoffman, S. (2000). Creating the Electronic
Classroom: A Practical Guide. International Journal of Social
Education 15 (1), 80-93.
Full text available online through ERIC
Abstract:
Explores a team of college educators' experience with creating
an electronic classroom. Addresses the different technology problems
that were confronted and considers how history teachers can be
convinced to use technology in their courses. Describes the undergraduate
U.S. history survey course focusing on the uses of technology.
Includes the traditional and student technology evaluation forms.
(CMK)
William, S. (2002). Supporting and Integrating PDA Technology
on Campus. Educause Quarterly 25 (3), 67-69.
Full text available online through ERIC
Abstract:
Describes how Cleveland State University implemented a strategy
that includes a standard, support, and training for use of personal
digital assistants (PDAs). Explains how this has helped put the
campus in control of how the technology is used in the enterprise.
(EV)
Henriksen, J.A.S. (1998). Sources and Information: Identifying
and Implementing Technologies for Higher Education. New Direction
for Community Colleges 26 (1), 91-98.
Full text available online through ERIC
Abstract:
Assesses literature regarding how to plan and implement information
technology in the community college, as well as literature that
deals with the implications of technology implementation. Suggests
that community colleges consider hiring a full-time information
specialist responsible for installing and maintaining software
and hardware. Contains 18 references. (JDI)
Home Exercises:
Write a 3-5 page paper focusing on two universities that are making
steps or have made steps to provide physical space for technology.
Look into the cost these institutions put into updating their
campuses. Also look into the complexities associated with this
type effort. Use the internet as a resource to find your institutions
and make sure that you document which sites you used.