INTRODUCTION

A warm and friendly welcome to Module 1.1 of EDAL670 "Technology for Leaders".

Let me say that this week will be a busy week as you begin the task of adjusting to taking a course on-line. Although you will be adjusting to many new activities and ways of learning, the course really will be fun and the interaction with other students from across North America will be intellectually invigorating.

If you have any questions (no matter how stupid they may sound...let me emphasize that by saying it again....no matter how stupid they may sound) do not hesitate to e-mail me at jimjeff@andrews.edu.

I normally check my e-mail at least 15-20 times a day and will be very happy to answer any questions. We are here to help and will respond in a short period. PLEASE, PLEASE remember that there are no "dumb questions" as far as I'm concerned. So please ask about anything that may be unclear.

So let's begin with some expectations for this module's work.

• I hope that you have read thoroughly the First Things First section. It is essential that you know how to work in the D2L environment.
• Each module will be broken down into 3 parts:
  • Notes
  • Readings,
  • Weekly Assignments,
• You will need to read the Notes and Readings section for the week.
• So, let's ease into the world of technology.

What is "technology" and why should it be important for leaders to understand? And why should leaders be interested in promoting technology?What are the major issues surrounding technology and institutions? What impact is technology having in the workplace? Where are we headed? What must leaders need to know to keep up with the flood of "technology?

These are some of the major questions that we will look at over the next 15 weeks.