Faculty should be introduced to the technology in a non-threatening way, perhaps by a network of peer support. Students will face an increasingly technologized workplace when the leave Ramapo, and must be thoroughly prepared before they leave. Discussions about technological literacy must be held at both the unit and college-wide level. Technology Roundtable, which has been providing inforal Tech Lunches for faculty. Technology at Ramapo serves as a means to bring together students within our community as well as to connect them to people across the globe.
International dialogs take place through teleconferencing.
Traditionally, technolgy has broken down the barriers between people and we will continue to integrate Ramapo into the global village. The Web and email allows students to instantly communicate with people who they never before had the chance to.