Educational Technology Advisory Committee | Educational Technology Advisory Committee (ETAC) | Seneca Polytechnic

What is ETAC?

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The Educational Technology Advisory Committee (ETAC) is a standing committee of Seneca’s Academic (College) Council. It provides regular reports and receives feedback from the Council on matters pertaining to the use of technology to enhance student learning, Seneca’s digital strategy and mobile learning plan. The work of the committee is grounded in Seneca’s strategic goals and direction, and is aimed at supporting the college’s digital strategy and enhancing teaching and learning at the college.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing strategies and support systems for technology tools that encourage a sound approach to learning and teaching.
• Identifying hardware and software needs relating to learning and teaching.
• Developing policies regarding the acquisition, piloting and use of such resources, and the support required to ensure effective use of the tools.
• Exploring and promoting innovative uses of technology.
• Advising on the use of the tools available within the college’s Learning Management System, the timing of upgrades and key dates for servicing the system.
• Determining the supports needed for students and faculty to promote the effective use of technology tools.
• Advising on policies, procedures and guidelines around the use of technology tools in the classroom.
• Ensure communication with councils, schools and departments via reports, articles, seminars and workshops.

ETAC Terms of Reference (PDF)