The simple on-line evaluation form provided data on the use of the applications and the reactions of the students. These programs need centralized and strong support from the Dean and the administration to provide fiscal support and to avoid inefficiency due to redundant programming. The Library LRC staff should work closely with faculty to understand capabilities, directions, and expectations. Earlier involvement of the Library in the process, more consultation, more communication, more support both financially and with program expertise. Training of the LRC staff in use of software.
Students then know what to expect, how the facilities are organized, how they can best use the lab.
They get to know the staff and are less reluctant to ask for help. Staffing levels, and hours of support. The installation, maintenance and support of a large collection of programs takes a large commitment of staff time. Budget implications of hardware upgrades and continuing investment in future technologies. Supplemental vs. required course material - implications for the number of workstations, staffing, hours etc.