FYI, here's the message I sent to Peter prior to our conversation this week. . . .
The Ed Tech position should be part of CTLI. Couple reasons for this:
- it’s closer to the work that’s going on across campus. This includes course development (both f2f and DL), faculty development, Applied Research, AV, etc.
- We have existing relationships across campus. We know that most of the work we do depends on the relationships we have with people / programs / centres across campus. This position would benefit from these connections / relationships.
- Many opportunities for applied research in ed tech are integrated into the work we do – we just haven’t had time to do it.
- The position would be closer to AV and the work they do, including video conferences, learning spaces, classroom support . . .
- Accountability to a team vs. out there working solo
Forget the “manager” or “director” designation. Make this position at the same level as a chair or a curriculum consultant. This is closer to the instructors, and again it’s easier to develop working relationships – and easier to know what’s really going on in the classrooms. Accountability to colleagues comes to mind again here.
If I remember right, originally you were looking for a visionary type person/ an idea guy. This is good, but visionaries have to have resources to draw from to make things happen. Visionary + Resources (the right people on the bus in the right seats, in particular) = things happen :). CTLI / EET has these resources.
The position needs to be filled with someone who has proven teaching experience at the college level and who can communicate effectively with and be respectful of instructors with all levels of ed tech abilities.
I talked to Peter Leclaire this week about the Ed Tech position (Dwayne’s previous position). He is supporting the move of this position into CTLI, and more specifically into EET somehow. Karen O and I will be meeting with him on June 30 to discuss this further. In the meantime, we have an opportunity to help determine the responsibilities this position would have – so we would appreciate your thoughts on this.
From an EET perspective, how could this position benefit EET and more specifically you in your position within EET?
What responsibilities should this person have?
Please think about this for now. When I’m back on the 29th I’ll be asking for your thoughts. If you’re off on the 29th, please send your thoughts via email or discuss with others in your areas.
Thanks – and have a good week.
We have two opportunities to apply for grants. They are small ($2000 to $3000), but I'm looking for ideas. Here's the criteria and the amounts:
G.L. Talbot Education Resource Fund
Supporting growth and development through partnerships with a diverse range of individuals, service organizations, businesses and LCC employees. This fund will support a broad range of applications as approved by the President including: library resources, professional currency of College staff, general college educational resources, capital equipment and special event funding.
Industrial Technology Fund
Supporting education and professional development through initiatives such as: industry/education exchanges, technological transfer through educational program development and delivery, applied research and development, international exchange, and purchase of specialized equipment.Anything in mind we should apply for?
Karen
