Library Computer Lab , including all the above software. CITS also helps operate four computer classrooms, which are used by faculty in teaching many classes and also provide hours of access for independent student use. Classrooms are located in the Library basement, Group II-210, Dion 303, and Dion 315. CITS also supports distance learning activities. CITS works closely with the College of Engineering to support the Dion 315 PictureTel and the Group VI-255 MPEG2 video conferencing facilities.
Additional sites are under development.
Furthermore, CITS encourages faculty to build highly interactive Websites to support their class activities, conducting workshops in the use of the new and innovative Coursebuilder system that has been developed at UMass Dartmouth. For additional information about CITS, visit our web site. IR produces research information and analyses, provides strategic planning with a specific focus on outcomes assessment, undertakes special studies and implements results, conceptualizes and manges IR data systems, undertakes analysis of and makes recommendations on program and policy issues, and advises concerning projections and models to guide planning and management of resources. The Office oversees preparation of reports required by the UMass system, state legislature, federal government, and other public and private organizations. Data collection and systematization are coordinated to improve data usefulness and quality.