This learning community take maximum advantage of the collective contributions of all of these program elements and provides participants with a strong foundation to develop and lead productive learning communities related to technology-based educational reform and improvement. Throughout the program, participants have the opportunity to present their experiences relative to major topics covered, substantially expanding the scope of the program's real world applications. Participants have the opportunity to share their experiences and resources to enhance the quality of program activities. Resources - Throughout the program emphasis is placed on familiarizing participants with resources they can access to help them develop and implement programs in technology leadership. Rich sources are identified including key individual, successful programs and funding opportunities from both the public and private sectors.
Participants become familiar with the most commonly used approaches to planning and evaluation.
Participants practice the application of these approaches for ongoing analysis of the courses, products developed, and their own progress in the program. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is recognized as a provider of quality graduate education. Saint Mary's has partnered with TIES in order to provide the educational technology expertise and resources. TIES is an innovative consortium providing technology services, expertise, and training to educational institutions in Minnesota, as well as the nation. The partnership of Saint Mary's University and TIES adds an exciting dimension to the program.