Staff Education Coordinating Team (SECT) Minutes for December 9, 2003

Present: S. Baughman, O. Chadley, J. Chestnut, M. Cunningham, J. Love, M. Peterfreund, M. Saponaro, J. Williams Guest: Irma Dillon, MIS

Timekeeper: Chadley Minutes: Chestnut/Saponaro

1. Adjustments to Agenda

No Changes or adjustments

2. Outcomes-Based Evaluation of Learning Curriculum Activities

Irma and Maggie S. reviewed a “logic model” for use in evaluating the Customer Service Module 1 scheduled for January 2004. This model will allow for the impact of the program to be measured over time. “Logic models” are used as a part of the Outcomes-Based Evaluation method. The use of this model was suggested for other upcoming Learning Curriculum programs in 2004, such as Conflict Management and Time Management. Irma noted she has a template that can be used for other programs, and this could be made available via the MIS website. Maggie C. noted that User Education uses an online survey form after instructional sessions in lab settings. Johnnie noted that this method may be of use for the orientation program.

3. Assessment Module Brainstorming/Pre-Planning

The group brainstormed ideas for what could be contained within an assessment module. Issues discussed included: why evaluate / who will it benefit, when to use which tool, interpreting data, how to use data, the role of MIS and the relationship to the Grants Office. In addition, it was suggested Charles' piece from Module 1 of Customer Service also be used in such a session. Irma will ask Lisa Wheeler to transcribe the flipchart notes and share with SECT. (See attachment.)

4. Update on December Staff Learning Activities

Maggie S. provided an update on the activities planned for December, including the “PowerPoint Overview” sessions scheduled for December 11th (10:00-12:00) and December 16th (1:00-3:00), the “Snag-It Overview” – facilitated by Maggie Cunningham and Jenny Hatleberg on December 17th (1:00-2:00) and the “Software Brown Bag Overview” – facilitated by Dave Cooper and Uche Enwesi on December 18th (12:00-1:00). SECT members were encouraged to attend the Software Brown Bag session, as well as publicize it with their units/groups.

5. Spring 2004 Meeting Schedule

The January meeting, scheduled for 1/12/04 – during ALA, was cancelled. Meeting dates and times were set for February through May. Meetings will be held from 1:00-2:00 on the following Tuesdays: February 10th, March 9th, April 13th, May 11th. [Update – Maggie S. reserved 7121 MCK for these dates/times and sent out an E-mail to SECT on December 12th with this information.]

6. Other Items/Announcements

Agenda Items suggested for the February meeting were:

• SECT Web page
• Discussion of other “guests” to invite to future SECT meetings
• Leadership Development Proposal update

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