Evolving Learning Environments

Abstract

The easy assimilation of information technologies has become a crucial component for the success of the typical modern business. Unfortunately, institutions of higher education have been consistently reluctant to embrace new technologies that might have served to enhance both administrative operations and academic services. If institutions are to improve, perceptions of how information technology relates to the mission of higher education must be changed. The utilization of information systems must be simplified and technological applications should be relevant to the end user's needs. In order to develop effective strategic planning, flexible processes should be developed which set priorities according to the mission of the establishment and are able to allocate resources to accomplish a variety of objectives. In order for all of these aspirations to succeed, cultural partitions that exist between institutional factions must be bridged so that universities may act as one comprehensive unit.