In April 1999, departments submitted requests through the Equipment and Technology Committee that included faculty computer needs. ICS has included those needs in its list of computers to be replaced. A larger number of faculty members are using computer technology for grading, tracking, communication, and to develop instructional materials. Students are able to receive materials in a more timely manner and are able to communicate with their instructors via email. Action to Meet Objective To meet the above objective, all faculty should have at least the current standard base system in their offices.
Additional staff is required to clone and install machines.
Description A larger number of faculty members are using computer technology to develop their instructional materials. The need for machines that are faster and capable of running District-wide applications has grown tremendously over the past year. Additionally, more faculty members are using the computer to develop materials but they are turning to web pages and email as a more efficient way of communicating with their students and colleagues. Curriculum Impact Students will have greater access to their instructors and course materials. Action to Meet Objective Purchase approximately 100 computers to replace machines according to ICS s prioritized list and to provide machines for faculty who currently do not have one.