I really enjoyed the module on physical space. I didn't realize that this was the first thing you should think about when developing a 5-year plan.
I learned about the importance of library services to staff and students.
Organizational development planning for IT schools involves strategizing ways to improve the overall effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of the institution.
Strategic Planning:
Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the IT school's mission, vision, values, and strategic goals.
Engage key stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and industry partners, in the strategic planning process.
Develop a strategic plan that outlines priorities, objectives, action steps, and performance indicators for achieving the IT school's long-term goals.
This reading shows me that as the school grows in number of students, and as online education gains strength, it is important to frequently review the need to make some changes or updates, we must understand that the physical space and the positions additional help students improve their performance
Infrastructure planning is key for on campus schools. Developing additional classrooms takes time. On the other hand libraries are resources not only available for students but also for faculty.
The ability to plan for upcoming growth is essential to ensure continuity and that there are added resources in place to support and sustain the growth plan.
I understood the importance of a library, but had no idea that they were actually required.
It's important to have an advisory board and good plan for evolving the organization over the plan period, including job descriptions and a plan for space.
Organizational development planning is about fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation within the institution. This process is essential to ensure that the school remains responsive, resilient, and well-positioned to provide high-quality education to its students over the coming years.
Support roles are essential.
The importance of a library and spaces for the future
As an online program, much of this was not applicable, though it did make me wonder if we need to have a library.
I have learned advisory boards actually gain publicity within the community if they are chosen well.
Advisory board is a very important part of a school because they give you a broad view of the community.
Human resources, physical space needs, and key support roles are crucial for inclusion in your 5-year plan.
Pre-planning for additional growth, adequate space needs consideration. Utilizing current classrooms. Adding more flexible class times,
Building a Library wi all forms of media.
The advisory board could become a key element for decission-making process. It is important to determine from the beginning the physical space & growing plans.
Pysical Space is importantg for growth
I am one of those who couldn't understand why we needed a library if everything is online. Now I am rethinking a small computer lab with some reference material.
It's key to not only plan for courses and programmes but to also plan for the necessary physical space such as libraries which are necessary to promote self-learning and life-long learning skills in addition to labs (computer, science, art, etc) and any other facilities required accoding to the selected programmes.
