Classroom Technology Upgrades



Initiative TitleClassroom Technology Upgrades
Submitted in Previous Year(s)2021
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale

During the 20-21 and 21-22 years, the ITS department has listened to the faulty and has learned a great deal regarding their preferred use of technology in the classroom.  Based on the feedback that we have received from the use of Harriman 313 and BioTech 360 as well as the feedback of the usage of the Zoom carts for adding remote instruction support to a broader range of instructional spaces, we have evolved the Remote Instruction Classroom Environment (RICE).  We are in the final stages of deploying the next five classrooms and look forward to deploying more during the 22-23 years.  We will also begin the process of updating the current technology in many of the classrooms away from projectors to flat panel displays.  Flat-panel displays are easier on the eyes, often easier to view in full light scenarios, and will give an updated technology feel to the instructional spaces.

Consequences of this initiative not being funded

The consequence of this initiative not being funded will be the continued decline of the classroom technology available to instructors and students.  I feel it necessary to point out that this is not due to the continued work that is being done at the college but due to the pace that technology advances.  If we do not continue to bring updated technology into these spaces, the age of the technology by itself causes the decline in services possible.

Department GoalsUpdate Technology in the Classroom
Programs
LocationsMain Campus, Newburgh Campus
Estimated Completion Date
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?Yes
ImportanceHigh
Funding SourceRequest for Prioritization
Created02/15/2022 10:46 am
Updated02/17/2022 4:39 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
Having outdated technology in the classroom limits the possible avenues of instruction and learning. It also limits the growth potential for learning newer technologies of both students and staff.
Adding updated technology will reduce the complexity of the learning and meeting environments allowing for expanded use.

Action Steps

Action Step Responsible Party Order
Install Remaining RICE Technology ITS and Facilities Departments 1
Test RICE Rooms Division of Learning and Student Success and Academic Leadership 2
Provide Feedback Division of Learning and Student Success and Academic Leadership 3
Use Classrooms for Instruction and Provide Feedback Academics 4
Create Next Phase Plan Based on Feedback ITS Department 5

Expected Outcomes

Outcome Order
Five Additional Technology Rooms Fully Implemented 1
Planning for the Continual Annual Upgrade of Instructional Spaces 2

Assessment Methods

Method Description Other Method Responsible Party
Interviews The students (or other participants) are able during an interview to share their direct experiences, attitudes and beliefs. Interviews can be either structured or unstructured. Academic Leadership
Observations Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes. ITS Department

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST: $125,000.00
RECURRING COST: $0.00

Equipment

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
Additional Classroom Technology $75000.00
  • Information Technology, CIO Office
Upgraded Classroom Technology $50000.00
  • Information Technology, CIO Office
TOTAL: $125,000.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Supply

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Training

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Marketing

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Other

Need Cost (Initial/Recurring) Supporting Departments
TOTAL: $0.00 / $0.00

Prioritization

Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1 Initiative Title Department
5
5
1

Classroom Technology Upgrades
$125,000.00 / $0.00
Information Technology, CIO Office

Prioritization Notes

Level 3 (Administration and Finance, VP Office)

We are able to use CRRSAA funds for this item.

Assessment

DateDepartment NameStatusCost to DateFunding Source 
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