Reports

Best Practices

1. How to Design & Implement Information Technology Tech Prep Programs (2000)

   Details how to create and install IT Tech Prep programs at the high school level

2. Creating a Seamless Information Technology Curriculum (2002)

   Provides an overview of the re-engineered Computer Information Systems program

3. Using the Learning Opportunity Decision Support Technology (2003)

    

   Describes how to use an Excel-based decision tool to analyze learning opportunities and make decisions favoring options with a high success potential

4. Implementing Instructor Resource Guides (2003)

   Captures the processes, tools, and findings related to creating a universal template for instructional materials to support the effective implementation of competency-based curriculum

5. Implementing Student Readiness Assessments: Phase I (2004)

   Captures the research and pilot tools associated with developing an effective but simple student readiness assessment instrument for the information technology (IT) discipline

6. Boosting Student Retention & Success: The CIS First-Year Experience Course (2005)

   Shares the research and pilot tools, strategies, and content associated with developing and implementing an IT-specific first-year experience course

7. Implementing Competency Based Learning Evaluations (2002)

   Highlights a streamlined approach to capturing learning indicators using competency based student self-assessments

8. Capturing Competency Based Employer Feedback (2003)

   Describes the processes, tools, and findings associated with efforts to measure employer satisfaction with Computer Information Systems (CIS) graduates

9. Submitting FastLane Annual Project Reports:  Tips & Tricks (2004)

   Highlights strategies for creating, delivering, and filing the required online annual NSF project report, called FastLane

10. Understanding Drag-and-Drop Curriculum Tools:  The Sinclair Curriculum Exchange (SCX) Program

    Includes the tools, strategies, and outcomes for the object-oriented course development system called the Sinclair Curriculum Exchange (SCX

11. Managing for Success:  The Insider’s Guide to NSF Project Management (2003)

    Provides a case study that describes the challenges of one NSF project and the transferable strategies, tools, and lessons that emerged from the experience

12. Managing for Success:  The Insider’s Guide to Organizational & Transformation (2006)

    Part of the Managing for Success best practice series, it includes tools and strategies for effectively managing change initiatives that lead to organizational transformation