July 30, 2004
CIC Teaching and Learning Mentors
Institute
Practical recommendations
lExamine the entire cost
lLicensing, hardware, support, training, documentation,
migration from legacy tools
lAsk why you are considering any application
lAre learning outcomes the driver?
lPilot the software
lDirectly involve all stakeholders; consider outsourcing
the pilot
lStart with “low hanging fruit” – not mission critical applications
lUnderstand and plan for support needs
lSpend avoided licensing costs on local staff development
lKeep looking – new opportunities arise each week