Academic Technology Committee Goals Archive

AY 2025-2026

Goal Description

Goal 1 (Priority): New LMS Training Needs

Collaborate with the Information Technology and Online Learning departments to identify and develop faculty training needs for the transition to the new Learning Management System (LMS), scheduled for rollout in 2027. The committee will gather faculty input through surveys, focus groups, and pilot testing to ensure that training resources are practical, accessible, and aligned with teaching and learning priorities.

Goal 2: Accessibility in Academic Technology

Support CCRI’s efforts to achieve full accessibility in academic technology and instructional materials by April 2026. The committee will work with faculty, IT, and accessibility services to identify barriers, recommend solutions, and promote best practices that ensure all technology and course materials meet accessibility standards and serve the needs of all students.

Goal 3: Academic Technology 3–5 Year Plan

Develop a comprehensive 3–5 year academic technology plan that addresses evolving needs in learning spaces, classroom hardware, instructional software, and emerging tools. The committee will gather faculty input and collaborate with campus stakeholders to prioritize investments, support innovative teaching practices, and ensure technology resources remain current and effective.

AY 2024 - 2025

Goal Status
Approve an RFP (Request for Proposal) for a new LMS (Learning Management System).
In Progress
Draft a resolution in support of improved technology funding. In Progress
Partner with our colleagues in the Staff Assembly to develop policies and procedures for evaluating and adopting software.  In Progress

 

AY 2023 - 2024

Goal Status
Access to Technology In Progress
Coordination between faculty on the emergence of AI In Progress
LMS Review In Progress

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President

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Andrew Goodman

Vice-President

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Sarah Beseme

Secretary

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