Transcript PPT
Instructional Technologist Justification for a permanent fulltime classified position Presented by: Lale Yurtseven Business Department Seasoned Online Instructor! Needs Assessment Increase in online and hybrid courses. (Spring 2016 18% of total enrollment at the College was in distance education) Transition to a new learning management system (Canvas). Upgrades/changes to current and future LMS. Need for support and training for new and existing faculty, staff, administration, and students. Constant changes in the technological environment impacts online LMS. Alignment with District Strategic Plan Supporting Goal #3: Expand program delivery options, including the use of instructional technology to support student learning and scheduling options to accommodate adult learners Expand online classes and programs. Integrate Quality Matters across all online offerings. Expand technology in the classroom and make appropriate faculty training available. Alignment with Cañada College Strategic Plan Enrollment Management Goals Increase the Distance Education course sections, especially in Career Technology and Education (CTE). Increase late-start DE offerings. Offer online certificate and/or degree programs. Distance Education Strategic Plan Goal #1: Broaden distance education course offerings to meet the needs of Cañada students. Goal #2: Develop a community of well-trained DE faculty members Goal #3: Increase student awareness, retention, and success Some Important Duties and Responsibilities Develop and Maintain DE web presence. Assist and train faculty with new LMS and upgrades. Develop instructional tutorials, demos, etc. for faculty, students, staff and admin. Assist staff in creating presentations using graphics, audio, video, and animation. Keeps current and makes recommendations on educational best practices, instructional resources, and instructional technologies to support teaching and learning. Serve as the “go to” person for faculty with LMS issues. Questions?