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Enhancements with Additional Resources
How could this program be enhanced or improved if it had additional resources? While the AOMT program is currently meeting its objectives, several targeted resources could significantly boost student learning and program impact. For example, although a virtual desktop system was purchased a year ago, it has not yet been implemented by IT. Making this system available would allow students immediate access to Office 2021 and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC—critical tools for completing course assignments.
Additional Feasible Resources and Their Roles
- Technology Infrastructure:
- Virtual Desktop System Implementation: Activating the previously purchased system would provide every student with state-of-the-art access to essential office software, ensuring a hands-on, realistic work environment.
- Faculty Development and Support:
- Professional Development in AI: Funding opportunities for attending conferences or targeted training sessions on emerging office technologies (including cloud-based tools and AI applications) would help faculty keep course content current and enhance teaching methodologies.
- Enhanced Marketing and Outreach:
- Increased Marketing Efforts: Additional marketing resources—whether through dedicated personnel or targeted advertising campaigns—would help raise awareness of the program, highlight its modern technology integration, and attract more prospective students and industry partners.
Steps Taken to Seek Additional Resources
- Secured Funding:
- The program successfully secured $12,000 to implement the virtual desktop system and to purchase additional Adobe Acrobat Pro DC licenses.
- Outreach to Administrators and Marketing:
- Multiple requests have been made directly to the division administration and the marketing department, emphasizing the critical role of promotional support for the program.
- Faculty Development Requests:
- Yearly requests for conference attendance (e.g., via Perkins) have been submitted and consistently granted, ensuring ongoing professional development for the faculty.
Enhancements with No New Resources Available
Even if no new resources become available, the program will continue to evolve and improve by leveraging current assets and practices:
- Optimizing Existing Technology:
- Once implemented, the virtual desktop system can be maximized through integrated, hands-on learning experiences across the curriculum.
- Regular Curriculum Updates:
- Ongoing assessments, student feedback, and industry input will continue to drive refinements in course content and instructional strategies, keeping programs current.
- Enhanced Faculty Collaboration:
- Promoting greater sharing of best practices among instructors and encouraging collaborations with industry professionals can enrich classroom and experiential learning without significant financial investment.
- Maximizing Marketing with Current Budget:
- Utilizing available funds to fine-tune marketing strategies—such as updating digital materials and leveraging social media—will help maintain and even elevate the program’s visibility.
- Strengthening Industry Partnerships:
- Deepening relationships with local employers and industry associations will continue to support internship placement, guest speakers, and real-world projects, ensuring that students receive practical, employer-relevant training.
By pursuing these strategies—both with and without new resources—the AOMT program will not only maintain its current success but also enhance its ability to equip students with the digital and administrative skills they need for the modern workplace.