Working Groups

The discussion groups and birds-of-a-feather groups noted in the Symposium program in this web site were charged with identifying the major issue areas in the development and implementation of IVC in schools. To follow up with further discussion and possible action, working groups of volunteers from the Symposium participants and other interested professionals have been formed in four areas defined below. The responsibility of the groups is to further define the sub-issues in each area, identify policy implications and recommend actions which can be taken to address the issues. They are further encouraged to seek funding sources for the actions. Any interested users of videoconferencing in K-12 settings are welcome to join a working group. To do so, send an e-mail message to Don Holznagel, holznagd@nwrel.org, requesting to participate in the group and identifying your experience in videoconferencing.

Group Members and Activities as of 4/1/03
[ Note: The person named first in each list is the group leader. ]

Research

	Kecia Ray
	Linda L. Lentz
	Marci Powell
	Tammy Bauck
	Bill Adkins
	Lesley Johnson
	Kirk deFord
	Marilyn Heath
	Jane Kellogg
	Dan Matthews

The research group actually met at the symposium and identified research needs. They have noted that most of the available research results are from studies at the post-secondary level, and that there is a need for research in the application of IVC in elementary and secondary levels. They have met by e-mail and reviewed some opportunities for funding for further research, which they are now pursuing

Clearinghouse

	Marilyn Heath
	Tim Barshinger
	Jan Zanetis
	Sandra Hines

A clearinghouse is among the top needs expressed at the symposium, and this group is charged with investigating the development implications of different models of clearinghouses. The group has met by phone conference and e-mail, and their major focus is on a web-based clearinghouse. Several current examples sponsored by various organizations have been reviewed. Issues of design, maintenance and cost are being examined.

Professional Development

	Steve Baxendale
	Sheryl Lipski
	Corrine Jakacki
	Sandra Hines

Two major strands in this discussion are the use of IVC for accessing staff development programs, and the staff development needs of schools for successful use of IVC in schools.

Policy

	Don Holznagel
	Sheryl Lipski
	Tim Barshinger
	Linda L. Lentz
	Sandra Hines

The policy group will review and critique drafts of the policy document being developed from the discussion group proceedings from the symposium.