When we read the request, the objectives described almost word for word what we were planning. It seemed like a perfect fit. The objective of Learning Excellence is to enhance the effectiveness of faculty as they teach in multidisciplinary teams, helping students use new technologies and learning methods. The fact that GE endorsed ICE enthusiastically was an encouraging short-term stamp of approval on our thinking. GE is one of the truly preeminent companies in the world, and we are honored to have this company s support and approval.
ICE represents a transformational curriculum change.
GE provided us with the resources that allowed us to invest in our faculty and in new materials. We got the necessary support to do it correctly and to do it much more quickly. The team-teaching approach has enhanced the group experiences that we require of students. They see us working as a team, adding to what each other is presenting, arguing points, just helping each other. It makes for a much more informal classroom situation.