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FUTURE VISION OF EDUCATIONBEATRICE ISAACPOST UNIVERSITY

Heritage College

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Introduction

The Heritage College is a private two-year education institution

located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The college prepares

students to succeed in the global marketplace, and offers courses

geared toward students’ success in their chosen field.

The college is digitally wired for the 21st century student,

and provides an array of student services, including career

services, student support and advisement, and offers online

courses. Most courses are delivered in the blended format,

which allows students to attend a class on campus one day

per week, and the other hours are completed online.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the college is to prepare students for

success in the global marketplace, by providing the

necessary skills and development in their chosen

careers. When the college began, the vision for an

online learning community was already borne, waiting

to be established.

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Education Technology Tools

Researchers (Merriam, et. al., 2007) indicatetechnology has created a shift in the informationsociety, thereby affecting the workforce. In thisrespect, technology has played a major role in theway the college conducted its business. Johnson, etal., (2014) list various technologies used in highereducation. The college has used one, the flippedclassroom, and with a future vision, the use of the

learninganalytics, to analyze students’ learning activities.

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Education Technology Tools

The flipped classroom method of teaching is a method

that allows for hands-on learning, with skills

enhancement (Johnson et al., 2014). This has been a

successful method for advancing students’ thinking

skills, problem-solving skills, and communication skills.

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Education Technology Tools

Analytics is a system whereby student data are

systematically analyzed for use in a statistical model

(Macneil, et al., 2014). This method of analysis would

be of importance in the decision-making process for

management and leadership of the college.

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Futuring Methodology

Scenarios and scanning are two methods used for the

futuring strategy. Scenarios involve the study of

various courses of events that might occur in the future,

and allow for a variety of results. Scanning involves

the review and analysis of printed material, web sites,

etc. to determine trends and their impact on the future

(World Future Society Dictionary of Foresight n.d.).

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Review of the Literature

The literature review involves scanning the

literature in order to discover and

summarize literature in the context of higher

education (Creswell, 2003).

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Futuring Methodology

Advantages for the methods of futuring: Scenarios afford various avenues of results. Scenarios allow for the use of creativity. Scenarios reveal weaknesses in strategic planning. Scenarios provide for better collaboration amongst

those involved in strategic planning. Scenarios provide for a more strategic alignment

in bringing about cohesive results. Scenarios are not stringent planning tools. They

provide for flexibility to allow for changing circumstances.

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Futuring Methodology

Disadvantages of the methods of futuring: Building scenarios can be an exhaustive approach. It

involves gathering much detail and information. Those who are experts in the industry

should be useful in scenarios building. Expert advice is not always cost effective, and readily available.

Various resources and information are needed to build scenarios. These are not always readily available.

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Futuring Methodology

Scenario building is not a straight path function. Much input is needed from various avenues.

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Review of the Literature

Literature discovered and reviewed in the context of higher education trends are identified.

Education technology trends: The trends for education technology involvesocial media; online, hybrid (blended) andcollaborative learning; data-driven learning andassessment; students becoming creators insteadof consumers.

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Review of the Literature

Economic budgetary/and public policy trends: state and federal cuts in funding for education; decrease in public support as a result of losses on investments; federal reform in education (e.g. Race to the top initiative); increase in the cost of education.

Demographic trends: Factors contributing to changing demographics

include an aging society; diversity;

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Review of the Literature

change in workforce; cultural differences in society; change in statistical makeup of minorities population in society.

In view of the dynamic changes affecting higher

education, it is imperative that all these avenues be

studied in order to develop a strategy for

sustainability for the present time and for the future

of Heritage College.

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Rationale for Change

The elements for change include the following: Change in culture: From one of command and control

to one of knowledge and learning. Improved collaboration: Use of social networks for

communication. Implementation of online courses: This is needed for

growth and participation in the new higher education environment.

High cost of education: Develop plans for affordability of a college education (scholarships, etc.).

Create space for innovative and creative students: Students are becoming more creators and innovators.

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Rationale for Change

Reform of education: Call for more transparency, accountability, and improved performance.

Diversity training: Training is needed to address the changing demographics of the institute.

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Opportunities & Challenges

Opportunities include: Additional course delivery format: Online

learning. New program development: Continuing and

adult education programs. High school program: Provide college credits for

high school students. International students program: Attract students

from other countries. Expansion/satellite campuses: Taking education

to the neighborhoods.

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Opportunities & Challenges

Challenges: High tuition costs. Recession/slow growth in economy. Rapid technology changes. Students’ lack of college-ready skills. Competition.

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Plan for Change

Develop new organization culture Appoint strategic leader Define goals and strategies Establish a budget Analyze internal and external

environments

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Call to Action Plan

This call to action plan covers the period 2014-2019. Call a meeting to include president of institute,

department directors, academic affairs dean (and all associates).

Form select committees; allocate responsibilities. Appoint strategic leader. Introduction and implementation of online course

delivery format. Introduction and implementation of learning

assessment software (learning analytics).

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