[Idag] RE: Idag Digest, Vol 15, Issue 2

[Cantu, Tom]

Try this:

The Instructional Design Affinity Group (IDAG) promotes the use of
instructional design in higher education with a focus on
technology-enabled teaching and learning. 

Or some variation thereof.  I agree with Christel, we do much more than
distance learning.

Tom Cantu
Trainer / Instructional Designer
SunGard Collegis
Montgomery College
Germantown - HS 223
301-444-6006
tom.cantu at montgomerycollege.edu


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   1. Re: IDAG mission & goals (Christel Vonderscheer)


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Date: Mon, 13 Jun 2005 09:52:52 -0400
From: "Christel Vonderscheer" <CVonders at Harford.edu>
Subject: Re: [Idag] IDAG mission & goals
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Should we limit it to Distance Learning? Don't most of us also assist
faculty with hybrid/wen enhanced courses? 

>>> mtipperman at adelphia.net 6/11/2005 8:18 AM >>>
Can you live with this? At the April 14 meeting of IDAG, a draft was
discussed. Based on discussion and suggestions, here is a revision:

MISSION
The Instructional Design Affinity Group (IDAG) promotes the use of
instructional design for distance learning.  IDAG is affiliated with the
Maryland Distance Learning Association (MDLA).

GOALS
. Promotes the value of instructional design for effective learning .
Addresses the learning needs of people who do instructional design,
through collaboration and sharing . Fosters partnerships and networking
opportunities . Supports distance learning organizations in Maryland and
the region


[Considerations:
Simple, plain language
Language should last for many years unchanged Not string two or more
verbs, adjectives, or nouns when one word will do Consistent with MDLA
mission and goals]

With thanks to Linda Bruce for finding these guidelines:
. It is a marketing tool?  Does it tell everyone the reasons for the
coalition's existence?
. It is a tool for the Group's leadership?  Does it give leadership a
clear position to use when working with partners and networking?
. It is a motivational tool?  Does it encourage members and allies to
work toward a shared vision?
. Is it short?   McDonald's mission statement is only four words:
quality,
consistency, cleanliness, service. Brevity will enhance
understandability.
Make it only long enough to cover the intended purpose of the
organization.
. Is it memorizable?  Use simple words-ones people can remember and
actually use.
. Is it audible?  Use words and phrases that sound good as well.
Members
will use the mission statement talking on the telephone and at public
meetings. Try for a conversational tone.
. Is it a "becoming" statement?  Look forward toward what the Group
wants educational institutions to become. State not just what the Group
is, but how it will reach its goals.
. Is it unique?  Differentiates the Group from other organizations.


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