November 13, 2003
IT skills training for teachers at NMIT
Objectives
"The objective of this case study is to examine how successfully NMIT’s ICT training strategy has been in enhancing flexible delivery within the Institute, to examine barriers to the uptake of flexible delivery options and to explore ways of customising the existing course (VBM112) so that the training will translate into more effective online flexible delivery for NMIT students.
The study was undertaken between December 2002 and June 2003. The program continues to be evaluated and developed in response to learners' needs and feedback."
"Lessons Learnt
A number of important lessons have been reinforced by this project.
The need to value and capitalise on teachers' existing skills
The need to ensure a whole Department approach
The need to provide solutions for staff - not add to their challenges
The need to ensure the training is offered as flexibly as possible
The need to provide staff with skills which they can use immediately
The need to provide on going support for staff as they implement what they have learnt"