=Strategic Priorities=
'''UIF FALL 2023'''
<u>'''Strategic Priority #1'''</u>
<u>'''Innovative Teach Lab'''</u>
Mission: To empower educators through cutting-edge Instructional Technology and Innovation Development Training. Dedication to equipping teachers, future teachers, and the community with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to adapt to the evolving landscape of education and business. Cultivate a spirit of technology in education.
This involves a comprehensive approach to equipping educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively integrate technology into their teaching methods. It includes:
# Professional Development Programs: Implementing professional development programs that offer continuous training for educators. These programs will focus on the latest technological advancements, innovative teaching methods, and how to leverage technology to enhance instructional strategies.
# Resource Management: Efficiently managing and providing resources, both technological and educational, to teachers. This ensures that educators have access to the tools and materials required to enhance their teaching methods
# Supporting a Dynamic Learning Environment: Fostering an environment where teachers and future teachers can become proficient in leveraging technology. This entails creating a hub for training and retraining the academic community in emerging learning technological tools.
# Promoting Equitable Learning: Empowering teachers to plan and implement innovative instruction that is learner-centered. The focus is on encouraging teachers to use technology to engage students and prepare them for the rapidly changing world, thereby promoting equitable learning experiences.
# Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with educational and technology institutions to support and strengthen the training initiatives. Building partnerships is vital for accessing expertise, resources, and cutting-edge tools.
'''UIF Fall 2022'''