This is a discussion paper and is not a final proposal
or pilot. Please feel free to offer
feedback on this topic.
Background Information
Technology has become a central ingredient in the life
of a Duke student. This can be seen in the implementation
of BlackBoard and SISS, as well as the creation of academic
programs developed to prepare students for an increasingly
digital future – e.g., the Writing 2000 Program and
the Markets and Management/GE Grant Program. A student’s
ability to participate successfully in these programs is
affected by their technical readiness. Students are required
to perform academic tasks that subsequently require IT skills
they do not possess. In light of the direction that academic
programs are taking, OIT is partnering with groups such
as the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT), the Center
for Teaching Learning and Writing (CTLW), Arts and Sciences,
and student development organizations to identify the technology
needs and to implement services and support accordingly.
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