Mission and Vision Statements
Mission
The Instructional Technology team supports the College’s core mission of instruction, learning, and engagement by working with faculty and students to integrate technology and assist with pedagogical strategies for the curriculum. We Support all Rhodes College faculty in their own pedagogical and scholarly knowledge through faculty communities, demonstrations, pilot programs, group discussions, and workshops.
Vision
At Rhodes College, we will incorporate academic technology in innovative and intentional ways. We will harness its potential mindfully, to inspire student learning and to promote students' meaningful engagement in our community.
Strategic Directions
Maintaining and Renewing Technological Infrastructure: This section addresses the critical need for maintaining and upgrading campus technology infrastructure to ensure reliability, security, and performance. It outlines plans for prioritizing budget allocation, implementing an aggressive replacement plan, and enhancing maintenance procedures to address immediate infrastructure needs effectively.
Promoting Effective Technology Utilization: This section focuses on empowering faculty and students to leverage technology effectively in their teaching and learning practices. It outlines strategies for conducting workshops, implementing post-implementation evaluations, and integrating Canvas Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) to enhance technology utilization across campus.
Fostering Innovation and Design: Here, we explore avenues for fostering innovation in academic technology through community engagement, pilot programs, and research into emerging technologies. We emphasize the importance of designing inclusive learning environments that promote equity and accessibility for all students.
Advancing Professional Development: Finally, we highlight the importance of professional development in enhancing staff competencies in academic technology. This includes initiatives to provide ongoing training, and networking opportunities