Statement of Purpose

The Technology Council will develop, review, and evaluate a college technology strategic plan and technology policies in accordance with the mission, vision, values, core theme objectives, and strategic priorities of the College.


Scope of Work / Charter

The scope of work for which the Council operates under is as follows:

  • Assist in the development of a college technology strategic plan:
    • Synthesize technology needs of the College into a comprehensive technology plan that promotes the effective and efficient use of computer technology in instruction and in services.
    • Assist the Learning Council to develop an instructional technology plan.
    • Collaborate with appropriate councils and departments to develop the overall college technology plan including student services, operations, and telecommunications as components of the plan.
    • Ensure consideration of the human and work design impact of computer technology systems in technology strategic planning.
  • Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the technology strategic plan (including all of its components) and implementation outcomes. Assessment should include learning outcomes, service outcomes, operational outcomes, and human impact.
  • Update the technology strategic plan according to the guidelines of the college-wide planning system.
  • Develop, review and approve college-wide computer technology policies. Assess the effectiveness of policy implementation through analysis of outcomes.

Contact


Technology Council Chair:
John Henry Whatley

Executive Director of College Technology Services
jhwhatley@rtc.edu