Many factors influence the quality of instruction.
The University should conduct a needs assessment to identify discipline specific instructional issues and needs. A comprehensive plan should then be developed and implemented to address the identified issues and needs. The University should provide an adequate infrastructure of instructional resources for all faculty. Faculty should explore and experiment with diverse teaching methods and strategies incorporating existing and new educational technologies and interdisciplinary approaches. These activities should be a part of a multi-dimensional faculty evaluation syst em and the University should develop and provide the means to enhance the instructional knowledge and skills of faculty.