AQIP 2007 Systems Portfolio - San Juan College

Technology TrainerSan Juan College – AQIP Systems Portfolio – November 2007Unit/Area Services Impact on Students/Delivery/InstructionTable 1.6 Integration of Technology in LearningProvides development opportunities andresources for faculty and instructional staffExtended Learning Online Tutorials: SJC has developed over 60online tutorials for face-to-face and distancestudents. These tutorials are interactive andmultimedia, and include content areas such asmath, written communication and study skills.Media ServicesCenter for TeachingExcellenceLearning CommonsComputer Assisted Learning Lab (SMART Lab):The SMART Lab provides students with 36computer stations, each equipped with interactivelearning software such as PLATO and RosettaStone. Additional SMART Lab computers arelocated at the West Campus. The SMART Lab isavailable to students 56 hours per week.LRNS Courses: Learning Support classes utilizeWebCT in their face-to-face instruction, in order toteach students how to use technology in learning.Classroom support; multi-media training to allclassroom instructorsHosts and assists in coordinating monthlymeetings and presentations for “Online BestPractices” group.Hosts and assists in coordinating workshops ondifferent types of technology, such as wikis andWebCT.Provide instruction to students for research andother learning needs. Provide laptops forstudents.Provides instructors with skills to engagestudents; use technology in teaching;assess student learning outcomesAccess: Since these services are offeredwith extended hours, and in some casescompletely online, students are able toaccess comprehensive learning supportservices at hours that fit their busyschedules.Ability to learn online: As our societycompletes the transition to a technologysupplementedlearning environment, it iscrucial that students understand how tolearn from computer-based learningresources. These services assist studentssuccessfully develop these skills.Provides instructors with skills to engagestudents; use technology in teachingInstructors increase their knowledge of bestand current practices in online instruction,thereby providing more effective services tothe online student.Faculty and staff increase their awarenessof and skills for using new technology,which can then be applied in the classroomand when interacting with students outsidethe classroom.Assists in student success in meeting theirlearning goals.San Juan College Foundation Provides laptops to students at no charge Provides students with tools for learningOnline Services Help desk for students using online courses Help desk available on line and via phonefor student questionsWebCT Online course management system Provides an all in one system for onlineinstruction.SJC Student PortalDAISY DatatelOnline administrative interfacehttps://portal.sanjuancollege.edu/portal/main.htmlStudents can register for courses, checkgrades and perform other registration,records and financial tasks on lineThrough San Juan College’s University Programs,upper division courses and bachelor and graduatedegrees are offered by the following universities:Eastern New Mexico University, New MexicoHighlands University, and University of New Mexico.Degrees offered are presented below (Table 1.7).San Juan College has articulation agreement s withall New Mexico two-year and four-year institutions. Inaddition, agreements are in place with Fort LewisCollege (general), National University (general),Weber State University (radiology technology), AustinCommunity College (veterinary technology),Weatherford College (veterinary technology),University of Texas of the Permian Basin (energy)and University of Phoenix (general).1C4 As the diversity of the community changes, thecollege adjusts to the changes through a variety ofcourse offerings and delivery modes. These optionsaccommodate a broader range of learning styles thanin the past, as well as afford students the opportunityto broaden their perspective on global issues and toengage in experiential learning. In addition to thecourse delivery modes described in Table 1.5, theCollege utilizes the following delivery options:• Cooperative Education – options that allowstudents to work and learn at the same time andprovides another form of experiential learning.This is usually reserved for the last semester ofan applied degree program. Strategized Tutoringin EDGE (Educational Dedication and GoalAQIP Category One: Helping Students Learn 3