Because of the widespread influence of technology on campus, there will be an ever-increasing need for decisions regarding policy issues. The college will need to have policies covering issues such as privacy rights, copyright protection, and access to information, etc. The committee will serve as a resource to gather information about and make recommendations about such policies to the appropriate individuals or enabling bodies. V. Examine Issues which Impact Student Use. Over the past four years, the number of students who bring their own computers to campus has increased significantly.
Some campuses require every student to bring their own computer when they enroll as a freshman.
As the committee examines the best and future practices, they will investigate the practices of comparable institutions and make recommendations regarding the best way to insure students receive the highest quality experience with technology.