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“Go Live In ’05”—From Hierarchy To Shared Governance In Higher Education, Peter A. Maresco
“Go Live In ’05”—From Hierarchy To Shared Governance In Higher Education, Peter A. Maresco
WCBT Faculty Publications
Higher education is in the midst of a major transformation evidenced by several factors: greater demands from stakeholders; pressure to increase student enrollment, financial uncertainty, limited resources, and a responsibility to contribute to the community’s civic and economic development. Faculty and staff in higher education are challenged to deliver education in innovative ways. This innovation requires an expedient method of governance and necessitates careful examination of the organization’s structural, cultural, and decision-making processes. To meet these demands, leaders in higher education must examine decision-making processes and design governance models that respond quickly and efficiently to their myriad of constituents.
Developing Course Materials: Making Time, Peter A. Maresco
Developing Course Materials: Making Time, Peter A. Maresco
WCBT Faculty Publications
Digital technology offers educators the ability to produce materials that are interactive and technologically relevant to students. This paper addresses the issue of providing professors with opportunities to develop digital technologies designed to meet their individual teaching style. Sacred Heart University is used as an example of how time and professional expertise are provided resulting in personalized digital materials that effectively enhance instructional effectiveness. Selection criteria, budget, and examples of faculty projects are also provided.