Political Science
2002-2004
Description
The full-time and many part-time members of the department are increasingly integrating technology into their instruction, offering online courses as well as significant online components to existing classroom-based courses. Further, more and more instructors are utilizing Powerpoint in their instruction. Therefore, gaps between our resources and our needs are becoming increasingly apparent.
Curriculum Impact
It is expected that the faculty will continue to integrate technology into their classes, augmenting the resources available to students to enhance their learning experience. More and more online and Powerpoint resources are available for all of the core courses offered by the Department.
Approximate Number of Students Served
We currently offer between 18-20 sections of Political Science per semester. Course maximum for each is 50 students and many sections are full. Total number of students served is approximately: 850 -1000 per semester.
Support Impact
Probable increased reliance on staff development support from CATL.
Year 1 (2002-2003)
Objective
To enhance faculty usage of available technology and enhance classroom multi-media presentations.
Action to Meet Objective
Purchase a CD-writer for development of course-specific CDs by full-time political science faculty in Room 515A/B. Install a ceiling mounted data projector and large screen in Room 577.
Year 2 (2003-2004)
Objective
To further integrate technology into political science instruction.
Action to Meet Objective
Encourage all faculty to explore discipline-specific available technology. Review software and hardware requirements in light of faculty needs.