April 7, 2015 at 3:30 PM - Technology Committee Meeting
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| Attendance Taken on 4/7/2015 at 4:01 PM | |
| Ted DeTurk | Present |
| Uhing ESU 01 | Present |
| Fisher ESU 04 | Present |
| Gegg ESU 05 | Absent |
| Shoemake ESU 06 | Present |
| Bell ESU 10 | Present |
| Dr Kraig Lofquist | Present |
| Jeff West (NE) | Absent |
| Present: 6, Absent: 2 | |
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1. Call to Order
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2. Roll call
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Procedural Item
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3. Agenda Item
Speaker(s):
Chair of Committee
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Information Item
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3.1. ESUCC Technology Plan
Speaker(s):
Uhing/Ludwig
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Tech Plan was addressed very briefly. No questions or comments were made.
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3.1.1. Single-Sign On Timeline/RFP
Speaker(s):
Chair of Committee - Bob Uhing
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The committee reviewed the four vendor proposals.
Based on the information available, Unicon is the best fit. Unicon has worked with IlliniCloud and did about one-third of their work.
Further discussion took place regarding the ESUCC policy regarding bids and RFPs.
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3.1.2. Cloud Learning Environment Update
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
Scott gave a brief update. Single sign on and the portal are the key elements.
Long term costs were covered.
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3.1.3. One Page Talking Point Document
Speaker(s):
Scott Issacson
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Scott shared there have been no major changes to the document. The document encapsulates what can be achieved with the cloud.
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3.1.4. Safari Update and Recommendation
Speaker(s):
Scott Isaacson
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
According to Chris Watson, Safari representative, the cost for next year would be $2.60 per student if enough ESUs participated. Negotiations have continued to be tenuous.
A portion of a bill in the amount of $22,000 has been questioned. In the final analysis, the cost of Safari is not going to be sustainable.
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3.2. Lincoln Archdiocese
Speaker(s):
Committee Chair - Bob Uhing
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Dr. Uhing updated the committee regarding the issue with the Lincoln Archdiocese. Specifically, a win-win resolution regarding the cost to use Network Nebraska was reached for the 33 Lincoln Archdiocese schools allowing them one access point.
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3.3. LMS Recommendations
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
Scott Isaacson shared vendor information and will bring back specifics in a "matrix" which will allow analysis of statewide pricing. The four vendors are Canvas, Schoology, Moodle and Blackboard. The data will be available in May for analysis.
Dave Ludwig shared that we will need to be cognizant of a sustainable revenue stream.
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3.4. Master Service Agreement
Speaker(s):
ESUCC Executive Director David Ludwig
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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3.4.1. Learn360
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Discussion:
The committee discussed the cost of the Learn360 contract. In particular, a brief discussion took place regarding the multi year option.
In May, a motion will be made regarding action to take with Learn360.
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3.4.2. Safari Montage
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Learn360 is a good "base" product. There was some discussion that some parties are not participating and are considering a move to digital or "e-libraries."
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3.5. Approve New Acquisitions 2014-2015
Speaker(s):
Rhonda Eis
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3.6. Approve IMAT Special Projects 2014-2015 Use
Speaker(s):
Rhonda Eis
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3.6.1. NDE Contract
Speaker(s):
Chair of Committee - Bob Uhing
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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3.7. Bright Bytes Pilot Update
Speaker(s):
Chair of Committee - Bob Uhing
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
The State of Nebraska continues to increase its numbers regarding those who use the survey.
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3.8. Technology Chair Resignation
Speaker(s):
Committee Chair - Bob Uhing
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Dr. Uhing has submitted his resignation as Technology Committee Chair which would take effect at the end of this school year.
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3.9. Staff Reports
Speaker(s):
Chair of Committee
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Action Item
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3.9.1. Rhonda Eis
Speaker(s):
Rhonda Eis
Agenda Item Type:
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3.9.2. Scott Isaacson
Speaker(s):
Scott Isaacson
Agenda Item Type:
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3.9.3. Gordon Roethemeyer
Speaker(s):
Gordon Roethemeyer
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
Rhonda Eis submitted a report, and was unfortunately absent due to illness.
Gordon shared that NROC has been successful, especially with Developmental Math. Developmental English should be available in the near future.
A flyer will be shared in the near future regarding NROC.
Data pertaining to actual "use" was discussed. Dave stated we will place an emphasis on using this data to drive the services we provide.
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4. Next Meeting Agenda Items
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5. Executive Session
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6. Adjournment
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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