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Mrs. Elizabeth Briscoe-Wilson University Librarian Dr. Rinalda Farrar

INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CURRICULUM OF LEARNING COMMUNITIES AND UNIVERSITY SEMINAR CLASSES. Mrs. Elizabeth Briscoe-Wilson University Librarian Dr. Rinalda Farrar Coordinator, Library Commons Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Missouri.

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Mrs. Elizabeth Briscoe-Wilson University Librarian Dr. Rinalda Farrar

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  1. INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY INTO THE CURRICULUM OF LEARNING COMMUNITIES AND UNIVERSITY SEMINAR CLASSES Mrs. Elizabeth Briscoe-Wilson University Librarian Dr. Rinalda Farrar Coordinator, Library Commons Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Missouri

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

  3. OUTLINE • 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

  4. Abstract • 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.

  5. Introduction to project • Project Goal • Project Structure • Process • Overall outcomes • Key breakthroughs or innovations

  6. Project Review Inman E. Page Library Lincoln University Jefferson City, Missouri

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

  8. Challenges - SWOT • 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

  9. Change Model • Identification of stakeholders • - Faculty • - Students • Involvement of stakeholders • Key change issues • - Faculty use of technology • - Increase student use of technology

  10. Stakeholders Dr. Derek Smith, Assistant Professor - Music Dr. Walter Johnson, Associate Professor - Psychology Ms. Katrina Blau, Media Center Coordinator Mrs. Paula Clay Director, First Year Experience Mrs. Shirley Sanders, University Seminar Instructor, Academic Advisor Mrs. Sally Brown, University Seminar Instructor Dr. Leon Stevens Professor, Computer Science Dr. Rachel Sale, Director of e-learning and Assistant Professor Ms. Benecia Williams Media Assistant

  11. Resistance to Change • Targeted faculty made resistance to change a lot less likely. • Faculty were elated to be included in this project and future endeavors

  12. Insights and Learning from Leadership Institute • Strategic Planning • Collaboration – internal and external • Webinars – present and future • Change and Transition

  13. Lincoln University 2008-2012 Strategic Plan • 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.

  14. Summary and Conclusion • 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

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