IDS Objectives and Measures for Spring 2007

Based on internal conversations and our discussion board postings, IDS plans to focus on achieving the following objectives during Spring semester 2007:

Objective 1
by Rick C
Complete migration of all UVSC DE courses from WebCT CE to Blackboard Vista.
Measure(s):

• Tracking via Google Spreadsheets.
• Faculty feedback.
• Instructional Designers' review.

Objective 2
by Janel M
Improve tracking and accountability of internal projects and tasks.
Measure(s):

• Review work orders for completion records.
• Instructional Designer satisfaction.
• Developer satisfaction.
• Faculty satisfaction.

Objective 3
by Bryson T
Reduce # of unfinished projects and resist accepting new projects (for one semester only).
Measure(s):

• Shorter Projects list due to completions.
• Manageable developer load.
• Ability to begin training units and staff on finished projects.

Objective 4
by Jared S
Increase DE departmental communication, access to information, and work efficiency by creating a highly usable Distance Education Intranet system for all units.
Measures:

• Staff/area usage statistics and general feedback.

Objective 5
by Richard S
Ensure ongoing quality learning experiences for all IDS staff.
Measure(s):

• Weekly trainings.
• Completion of "new skills" projects.

--Jared Stein