Book description
Universities continue to struggle in their efforts to fully integrate
information and communications technology within their activities. Based
on examination of current practices in technology integration at 25
universities worldwide, this book argues for a radical approach to the
management of technology in higher education. It offers
recommendations for improving governance, strategic planning,
integration of administrative and teaching services, management
of digital resources, and training of technology managers and
administrators. The book is written for anyone wanting to ensure
technology is integrated as effectively and efficiently as possible.
The Authors
A. W. (Tony) Bates is president and CEO of Tony Bates Associates
Ltd., a private consulting company specializing in the planning and
management of e-learning and distance education. He was formerly
director of Distance Education and Technology at the University of
British Columbia. Bates is the author of nine books, including
Managing Technological Change: Strategies for College and University
Leaders and Effective Teaching with Technology in Higher Education.
Albert Sangrà is director of Research and Educational Innovation and
Methodology at Universidade Oberta de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain.
He is also director of Edu Lab, an educational innovation laboratory
specializing in the application of new technologies to distance
education.
