1. Dean College Transformation
Kathy Walker
Post University

2. Who Is Dean College? Small Junior College. Located in Franklin, MA.
Founded by Dr.Oliver Dean in 1865.
The Dean Difference “provides students with the quality teaching, personalized academic support, leadership opportunities and professional development” (Dean College, 2014b)
Current President: Dr. Paula M. Rooney (1995-Present).

3. Technology Improving Dean
Dean introduced “tablet learning” to the classrooms.
Enhances student learning
Promotes use of technology
Preparing students for the future in the technology era
Introduced new learning applications such as iBrainstorm, Smart Pens, Quizlet.
Dean College looks to expand there online classes.
These technologies are important to the success of students because it essential makes there education more relatable and interesting.

4. Scanning Advantages Disadvantages Time consuming
Continuing Process
Follows trends
Current
Building vast amounts of information
True data-driven intelligence
Time consuming
Staying up to date on current trends
Monitoring trends and making sure they are beneficial to ones organization

5. Scenarios Advantages Disadvantages Several futures placed side by side
Unimaginable possibilities
Recognize “weak signals”
Coordination function
Communication function
Time consuming
Difficult to focus on black and white scenarios
More of a qualitative approach
Deep understanding of field needed

6. Educational Technology Trends
Videos For Classwork
Mobile Devices
Being able to connect with other students outside of class.
Lets students explore assignments at their own will.;
Explore different learning styles.
Face to face interactions with online classes.
Feedback from other students and the professor.
Dean College uses a variety of different apps to enhance students learning.

7. Economic/Budgetary Trends
How are parents paying for college
Expensive
“Penny pinching” reevaluating the price parents are willing to pay for college education.
Wanting a Return On Investment (ROI).

8. Demographic Trends The importance of going to college.
Economy is diminishing
Students who pursue a college degree have more skills and training.
85.9% went to college to get a better job.
77.6% went to college to get trained for a specific career.

9. Vision/Plan

10. Plan for Change

11. Call For Action

12. References
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