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Academic & Research Computing Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes
May 28, 2001
Present:
R. Mackert, Chair, R. Baker, G. Bentley, C. Billman, R. Cibirka, T. Creel,
D. Hatmaker, F. Omar, K. Stephens, S. Vogel, C. White.
Absent: A. Albritton, C. Cassels, V. Haywood, M. Litaker, M. Miller, M. Owen, K. Rindt.
The meeting was called to order at 1:00 pm.
The minutes of the April 23, 2001 meeting were approved
as amended.
Teru Creel (AHS) was introduced as the new member of
the Board to replace Marlene Moore. (AHS)
Chris White questioned the assessment mechanism of new
student computing skills. Clare
Billman noted that an assessment survey is provided at new student
orientation; however, medical students do not participate in this process.
Clare noted she felt incoming student knowledge regarding technology
(computers) was average. Clare felt the largest concern of OEDD was the type
of internet connection the students had at home (i.e.
telephone modem, cable modem, DSL, etc.).
Chris White suggested information regarding incoming student
knowledge related to computer technology might be helpful for the MCG
strategic initiative.
Further discussion ensued regarding issues and
concerns. One item was the items to be placed on the ACAB web page.
Debbie Hatmaker suggested information regarding
copyrighting and online ownership should be incorporated or linked on the
web page.
It was suggested to include a site map due to the
potential size of the web page and associated links.
Rod Mackert felt the current search engine could be replaced to allow
an improved search mechanism.
Gayle Bentley questioned if any follow-up regarding
out-of-state tuition reduction for on-line courses had been pursued.
She was informed the Regents are currently reviewing this subject.
Gayle noted the School of Nursing was ready to significantly increase
its online course offerings and did not want tuition to be a deterrent.
Rod Mackert requested input from members on the scope
of issues to be discussed by ACAB.
Chris White questioned the role ACAB will play in the
institutional strategic development plan and what group on campus oversees
all technology issues. Clare Billman
noted it would be difficult for one group to effectively manage all
technology on the campus.
The concept of having a speaker in the field of
intellectual property was suggested and supported by a number of Board
members.
Rod Mackert noted a concern from faculty was the
quality of certain classroom projectors, primarily in the School of
Dentistry. Fran Omar recognized the
limitations of the current projection systems; however, noted that adequate
funding was not currently available to provide state-of the art systems.
Fran noted one possible solution may be for multiple departments
utilizing older projection systems combine their technology resources for
purchase of upgraded systems in common auditoria.
Rod Mackert noted the ACAB must prioritize its tasks.
The next ACAB meeting will be June 25, 2001 at 1:00 pm
in AB 211.
The meeting was adjourned at 2:00 pm.