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CCHE Quality Indicator System (QIS)
CU-Boulder Fall 1998 Submission
State indicator 7: Existence and implementation of a formal,
comprehensive, and effective plan for appropriately integrating educational
technology into the curriculum
| Evaluation: CU-Boulder incorporates information technology
in teaching, learning, and research with excellent facilities, training,
and practices. To move campus technology use to the next level, we are
developing an Information Technology (IT) Strategic Plan to "ensure the
availability, support, effective management, and required funding for IT
resources and capabilities that properly supports the Campus' core missions,
special characteristics, and values." This includes curriculum but much
more as well. The plan, plus our Alliance for Technology, Learning, and
Society (ATLAS), will position CU-Boulder to take full advantage of current
and future technologies in improving curriculum and student learning. |
| 7A-7E are CCHE-specified best
practices; CU-Boulder employs all these practices. Details on CU-Boulder
use of these practices are in a single document;
links noted below are to relevant points within the document, which itself
links to many CU-Boulder web sites relevant to information technology. |
| St7A |
The institution uses technology, such
as distance learning and Internet courses, to deliver instruction |
Yes. Courses use e-mail, the web, and other
technologies; some are taught entirely on line. Details |
| St7B |
Technology is a significant component
of the instructional environment, as shown by the availability and use
of computer labs, e-mail, Internet services, and electronic library systems. |
Yes. Over 80% of students use e-mail, and
98% of undergraduates report at least some computer use weekly. With over
12,000 computers connected to the Internet, facilities are excellent. See
details on use and facilities. |
| St7C |
The institution takes steps to assure
that the selected technologies are appropriate to the teaching/learning
situations in which they are to be used. |
Yes. Assistance to faculty members is a high
priority, with an emphasis on enhancing learning. Details |
| St7D |
Technology demonstrably enhances the teaching/learning process at
the institution. |
Yes. The rapidly growing use of technology
by both faculty and students is perhaps the best testament to its effectiveness
in enhancing teaching and learning. In addition, CU-Boulder actively helps
students take advantage of information technology for learning and to enhance
their university experience. Details |
| St7E |
Professional development for faculty
and staff includes technical training and assistance. |
Yes. Training is provided for faculty, staff,
and students. Details |
| Additional CU-Boulder best practice |
| St7F |
The institution plans its use of information technology. |
Yes. The CU-Boulder IT
strategic plan and ATLAS
(Alliance for Technology, Learning, and Society) are major planning initiatives
designed to move campus technology use to the next level of excellence.
Details |
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