Evaluating Teaching: SECTIONS. Check out: Bates, A. W., & Poole, G. (2003). Effective Teaching with Technology in Higher Education: Foundations for Success. Jossey-Bass, An Imprint of Wiley. 10475 Crosspoint Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46256.

1. SECTIONS Model
Stage What? Example
S Students  Demographics
 Technological Abilities
 Preferences
 Equity
 Involvement in Discussions
E Ease of use  Learning with Technology
 Training
 Interface
 Support
C Costs  Hardware
 Software
 Infrastructure
 Staff
 Maintenance
 Upgrades
T Teaching and
learning
 Learning Outcomes
 Curriculum
 Knowledge or Skill
 Measure Effectiveness
 Feedback
 Assessment
I Interactivity  Materials-Learners
 Learners-Learners
 Teachers-Learners
O Organization  Organizational Support
 Technical Support
N Novelty  Better Engagement?
 New Approaches
S Speed  Design and Development
 Implementation
 Modification
 Benefits