Full motion video distance learning through CAPE would be a cost effective alternative, and consortiums such as CAPE would provide a wider range of courses. Room scheduling would need to be done in such a way as to guarantee access to the appropriate classroom for all designated class meeting times. However, these items are manageable. Many students would take this opportunity since they are earning their degree from Elizabethtown College. The unit will be able to position the College in the market place by allowing effective communications between our staff and those of other institutions and corporations.
Many large companies are capable of video conferencing in their board rooms.
Imagine setting up a quick meeting from one of our smart classrooms and directly addressing the board of directors of a major corporation. Offering high school honor students courses at Elizabethtown College is marketing the institution. Video conferencing with high school guidance counselors is marketing. Marketing without telecommunications technologies in this day an age is unproductive. Conference Services -Conference service is identifying the potential of using distance learning capability to attract higher profile conference groups.