Establishing a Collegiate Office of Online Learning
Debra Freedman
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Mary Katherine O’Brien
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Kelly Vallandingham
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Thomas Molitor
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Mark Rutherford
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Keywords: institutional support, eLearning team, higher education, support strategies
Abstract
This presentation focuses on how the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Minnesota made innovative structural and organizational changes to provide eLearning development and innovative design practices for its faculty. Presenters highlight: organizational models; the building of eLearning teams that leverage expertise and complementary skills; and ways to support internal and external funding, collaboration across units, and how to find talented and motivated students to assist with projects.
Author Biography
Debra Freedman, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Dr. Tom Molitor
Department Chair, Professor - Veterinary Population Medicine
Dr. Mark Rutherford
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies
Dr. Debra Freedman
Education Manager
Dr. Mary Katherine O’Brien
Researcher for Education & Outreach
Kelly Vallandingham
Education Specialist
