TULIP Program Description 2002

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(Technology Utilization in Learning and Information Platforms)
Program Description

Introduction

This will be TULIP’s seventh year. TULIP summer seminars are designed to provide high quality professional development to CSUSM faculty to support and improve learning and teaching through use of technology. The TULIP program provides intensive, one-on-one training and peer mentoring for faculty members with a strong desire to use technology to enhance their teaching. We will help you to define the scope of your project, create development goals, and then help you learn the tools you need to realize your ambitions. The emphasis is on the individual faculty member and your particular needs, but the work is definitely a team effort with plenty of support throughout the development process.

Dates

August 5-8 and 12-15, Monday through Thursday for two weeks. No Fridays as campus is closed for power savings. First day of classes for Fall 2002 semester is Tuesday, 3 September.

What kinds of projects are appropriate for TULIP?

There are no restrictions on the kind of technologies used. These days, web-based projects are more common, as they allow for greater accessibility of the finished product. Projects should be more substantial than those for which IITS’ regularly scheduled training will suffice. For example, learning to create web pages with Microsoft Front Page is something that we offer classes for every semester. To see examples of previous successful TULIP projects, please go to:

How does TULIP work?

Applications will be evaluated by a committee composed of Academic Technology Services (ATS) staff members experienced with academic technology projects, TULIP faculty mentors, and a sub-committee of the Teaching and Learning Technology Roundtable Steering Committee (TLTR-SC). Those chosen will be contacted for individual consultation regarding the scope, direction, and timeline for their projects. The consultations will help us plan effectively so we can be sure to have the right resources in place.

The consultations are also designed to help faculty participants prepare for the two weeks of intensive project development. Over the summer, participants will need to revise their plans and projects as a result of the consultations and to assemble raw materials for their projects. During this same time frame, TULIP support staff will assess the individual participant technology needs and formulate tutorial sessions that address these needs in small group sessions.

In August, TULIP participants will convene as a group and develop their projects, with support from IITS staff and faculty mentors. They will attend relevant group sessions, checking off milestones determined during the initial consultation.

At the end of TULIP, participants will share the results of their work with other TULIP participants. ATS staff will continue to work with participants to assist with implementation of the materials. Hopefully, most will be available for use in the Fall semester. Participants are required to showcase their projects for the campus community at the annual CSUSM Technology Fair in November.

What kinds of tools might I learn about?

Previous TULIP participants have learned about and worked with the following:

Who are the TULIP teachers?

In addition to faculty mentors, TULIP participants will be assisted by staff from Instructional and Information Technology Services (IITS):
  Chuck Allen Garrett Collins Gretchin Lair
  Multimedia Specialist Web System Administration and Design Instructional Developer

Who should apply?

We encourage all faculty, including adjuncts, to apply. Faculty members who are interested in collaborating may apply as a team. No particular skill level is assumed; novices and intermediate users are welcome, as are advanced users who need assistance in particular areas.
Deadline For applying Must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2002
Submit to Rose Russell, Faculty Center, CRA1257 or Chuck Allen, Academic Computing Services, Cra2301G.
or simply fill out the online application.
Additional Benefits Stipend: You will receive $800.00 for the entire seminar based on the following criteria:
  • $100 for completing the initial project review
  • $100 for each of four project milestones completed ($400 total)
  • $200 for project completion and demonstration
  • $100 for project demonstration at annual Technology Fair

Certification: Each participant who successfully completes the course will receive a certificate and a letter of acknowledgement from the Faculty Center and IITS.

Notification We will notify you of your application status by May 24, 2002. (We will accept up to 10 applicants to the seminar).

This seminar is funded by a Faculty Center grant.