The Ninth Sloan-C International Conference

Institutional Mainstreaming

Best Practices in Organizational Development: Creating New Structures for E-Learning Environments
Session 1, Salon 2, 8:15a.m. - 9:30a.m.
Robert Manuel, New York University
Abstract: The Virtual College at New York Unversity (NYU) is one of the largest online providers of adult education in the country. This presentation will focus on defining the best practicies of the Virtual College and will detail a model of financial stability and academic excellence in higher education. This presentation will address course production paradigms, faculty delivery models, compensation structures, and will discuss the Return on Investment calculations that are used to determine effectiveness at NYU. This presentation will discuss in detail how NYU's Virtual College has re-defined online course development, faculty involvement, marketing strategies, and cost recovery measurements while ensuring the highest quality online education. A detailed look at how NYU has adopted its personnel structures, financial compensation models and course offering frameworks will also be discussed.

In Search of Quality: An Analysis of Educational Guidelines and Industry Specifications
Session 1, Salon 3, 8:15a.m. - 9:30a.m.
Atsusi "2c" Hirumi, Ph.D., University of Houston-Clear Lake
Abstract: This Session analyzes education guidelines posited by professional organizations to assure the quality of elearning courses and industry standards written to assure the quality and interoperability of elearning objects. The Session will contrast the two approaches, identify related issues and participants will discuss implications for adopting either or both approaches.

Rethinking Doctoral Education: Using ALN to Support Non-Traditional students in a distinctive Ph.D. Program
Session 2, Salon 2, 9:45a.m. - 11:00a.m.
Bill Seretta, Learning Networks, LLC
Laurien Alexandre, Ph.D, Antioch University
Abstract: The Antioch PhD in Leadership and Change was developed to support a geographically dispersed group of professional adults. Although ALN plays a central role in the program it is a supporting role designed for the program's distinctive pedagogy, unique curriculum, role of faculty and assessment of learning. The presentation will focus on the role ALN plays in all aspects of this program and the challenges that were faced in its development. The presentation will include a virtual tour of the program.

Institutional Challenges: Establishing Online Degree Programs in Engineering Technology
Session 2, Salon 2, 9:45a.m. - 11:00a.m.
Karen Rhoda, The University of Toledo
Dan Solarek, The University of Toledo
Ella Fridman, The University of Toledo
Anne Fox-Clarkson, The University of Toledo
Abstract: This panel provides an interactive discussion focusing on collaborative efforts to establish an effective set of distance learning programs that set the standard for the State of Ohio. This effort has resulted in an accessible educational environment for today's learner and a dynamic infusion of new student populations to UT.

Mainstreaming: Accreditation Implications
Session 2, Salon 3, 9:45a.m. - 11:00a.m.
Rich Havranek, SUNY Institute of Technology
Abstract: Implications of "Institutional Mainstreaming" are addressed from the assessment and evaluation perspective of accreditation considerations. Presentation highlights standards for excellence, vehicles to meet them and methods of evaluation. Selected characteristics of excellence in teaching are discussed to highlight technical, pedagogical and assessment aspects using on-line practical examples as well as conceptual and theoretical considerations.

Tattle tale policies - What written policies reveal about distance education movement into the mainstream
Session 2, Salon 3, 9:45a.m. - 11:00a.m.
Modupe Irele, The Pennsylvania State University
Abstract: What do institutional policies reveal about the new relationships developing between distance learning systems and the mainstream? This presentation compares written policies and administrators opinions from four land grant universities for insights into the institutions views of, and approaches to, mainstreaming distance education. It will highlight, especially for faculty and administrators concerned with mainstreaming distance education within traditional institutions, complexities and potential tension points that arise from the need to satisfy multiple stakeholders.

Distance Education Project Management within a Research Institution
Session 3, Salon 2, 1:15p.m. - 2:30p.m.
Rick Shearer, Penn State University
Abstract: How we interact with faculty for the design and development of courses has changed as distance education has moved from the periphery of institutions, of higher education, to a more mainstream strategic presence. This presentation will explore how the design and development process at the World Campus has evolved to meet these changing realities.

Anytime, Anywhere Faculty and Curriculum Development
Session 3, Salon 3, 1:15p.m. - 2:30p.m.
Catherine Dwyer, Pace University
Constance A. Knapp, Pace University
Abstract: As exposure to online, "any time, anywhere" learning grows, faculty and staff are applying asynchronous learning techniques to projects involving faculty and curriculum development. This has resulted in changed expectations regarding the process institutions will follow to support these efforts in the future.

Mainstreaming Distance Education at Lehigh University: From Satellite to Online and Still Evolving
Session 4, Salon 2, 2:45p.m. - 4:00p.m.
Ned Heindel, Lehigh University
Peg Portz, Lehigh University
Peggy Kane, Lehigh University
Abstract: Since 1992, Lehigh University has been delivering graduate degree programs to distance education students by satellite. The advent of asynchronous online courses has presented a number of challenges with regard to mainstreaming the administrative and teaching practices necessary to support these students. We will discuss our experiences with regard to the institutional mainstreaming of the satellite and online programs and the issues, which remain to be resolved

We Didn't Know What We Didn't Know: Learning the Hard Way
Session 4, Salon 2, 2:45p.m. - 4:00p.m.
Barbara J. Keinath, Metropolitan State University
Ken Hess, Metropolitan State University
Abstract: What happens when a "skunkworks" online operation starts to spill over into the rest of the organization? Surprises, conflict, systems changes, and lots of learning--if you are lucky. This presentation will focus on the lessons learned as one organization works to migrate online learning from "rogue" status to mainstream.

Me First! Me First! and Other Institutional Issues in Online Learning
Session 5, Salon 2, 8:30a.m. - 9:45a.m.
Patricia H. Valley, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Abstract: This presentation provides an overview of the issues faced by institutions of higher education when mainstreaming online learning programs. Participants will analyze the forces that shape policies, explore the administrative challenges created by online programs, and evaluate various solutions to institutional and administrative issues.

A Comprehensive Plan to Enhance the Quality of Online Education
Session 5, Salon 2, 8:30a.m. - 9:45a.m.
Julie C. Piercy, Central Virginia Community College
Abstract: The increasing prominence of asynchronous learning in higher education mandates institutional response in restructuring administrative theory and practice. This program describes Central Virginia Community College's comprehensive effort to improve its online education program, and provides a step-by-step guide to analyzing, critiquing and improving online education programs at other institutions.

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