Organizational change should be approached first by identifying organizational goals, what people should produce to meet them, what kind of people are needed, and how performance can be elicited. The role of performance technology is to assist people in accomplishing the tasks necessary to achieve the goals. (SK)

Discusses the importance for camp development efforts of collaboration between the camp's chief administrative officer (CAO) and development director. Describes qualities of an effective development director; where and how to begin the search for a development director; and the importance of retaining an effective development director in meeting…

Discussion of the emergence of performance technology within the field of instructional design focuses on job aids. Conventional job aids as well as expanded definitions of job aids that include decision making are described, and the influence of cognitive psychology and changing organizational expectations of employees are considered. (11…

Describes the use of the At-Risk Program Management approach to project-delivery management, an approach that guarantees results for time, scope, quality, and cost for all components of project delivery while incorporating any combination of delivery methods. Explores its general parameters and the role of the at-risk program manager, as well as…

Describes three goals that a project manager must meet to achieve a successful project: manage the workflow in order to complete the project; manage the expectations of the client; and maintain a standard of excellence. Discusses how to use the "Project Plan,""Meeting Report," and "Status Report" as tools for…

Reports how one major state university has successfully integrated campus ministers into student affairs programming. Following a brief history of campus ministry, supplies data to document the amount and type of involvement which campus ministers provided in support of broader student affairs goals. Attention is also paid to the pitfalls…

Discusses the need for strategic planning in libraries for the use of information technology that will add value to the library and better serve the users. Explains a model for developing information technology strategic plans that includes vision statements, goals and strategies, and an implementation timeline. (LRW)

Describes five major criteria, set by the North Central Association Commission on Schools (NCA), that must be present in order for a school to maintain accreditation. Reviews three endorsements provided by the NCA--school improvement, outcomes, and transitions--that attempt to help schools engage in a continuous improvement program. (JDI)

Discusses the concept of knowledge management and the initiatives and processes to consider for the implementation of a knowledge management program. Highlights include issues for library schools; the roles of information professionals, domain experts, and information technology experts; and the need for an integrated approach to meet…

Discusses the past history and present and future goals of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), as related to the group's mission to improve the quality of services for children from birth to age 8. Considers problems and opportunities to be addressed by the NAEYC. (JPB)

Discussion of planning organization design within the higher education environment stresses the goal of integrating structure and process to maintain stability while increasing organizational flexibility. Considers organization culture, organization structure and processes, networked organizations, a networked organization in action, and personal…

Management of student affairs is a complex and unpredictable task that requires thoughtful planning and sensitivity. Managers who set priorities in a planned way, act strategically to implement plans, and make adjustments based on changing conditions can make a difference. Managers must work collaboratively to achieve mutual purposes through…

The rapid changes evidenced in higher education have force student personnel professionals to examine traditional practices that promote only slow, incremental change. This requires a shift from focusing on leaders to focusing on leadership. Collaborative leadership can help reshape structures and processes in higher education so that they can…

Most of the traditional competencies that have contributed professional effectiveness in student affairs will continue to be important for success. As higher education continues to transform itself, these traditional competencies will need to be viewed and practiced in different ways. The competencies and perspectives include: entrepreneurship;…

Discusses the integration of information technology into an institution of higher education, based on experiences at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and the University of Michigan. Topics include changes in user populations; leadership; infrastructure; teamwork; organizational priorities; attitudes and expectations; and the constancy of…