Community College of Aurora
Strategic Goals for 2006 – 2009
(Approved and adopted by Cabinet April 10, 2006)
Goal 1. Utilize assessment of academic achievement data to make improvements in teaching and learning.
Goal 2. Provide high quality instruction that responds to Aurora-area employment and transfer needs.
Goal 3. Improve the visibility and perception of the college and its programs.
Goal 4. Increase access to education at
the college, placing particular emphasis on reaching
underserved populations.
Goal 5. Strengthen developmental education and English as a Second language
programs and
services.
Goal 6. Increase the quality and use of instructional technology.
Goal.7. Strengthen partnerships with business, P-12 and higher education, community groups, and government.
Goal 8. Recruit and retain the highest quality faculty and staff.
Goal 9 Extend and enhance professional development and advancement opportunities for faculty and staff.
Goal 10. Increase retention and completion rates for students who seek degrees and certificates.
Goal 11. Transform student services to improve student satisfaction and success.
CCA
Instructional Priorities
October 5, 2007
Assessment of Student Learning/Across the Curriculum Rubrics
(Goal 1)
Globalizing the Curriculum
(Goal 2)
Innovative Instruction (simulation, virtual, active learning)
(Goals 2 & 6)
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)
(Goal 2)
Student and Faculty/Staff Recruitment and Retention
(Goals 8 & 10)
No one is asked to do it all. Rather, each staff and faculty member can identify where and how his/her energy and talents can be best put to use.
Operational Values:
Active Partnerships with Business, Industry, K-12 and Aurora Community (Goals 5 & 7)
Excellent Customer Service (Goal 11)
Effective Transitional Studies Programs & Appropriate Placement (Goals 2, 4 & 5)
High Student Engagement (Goal 2)
Well-Resourced Professional Development (Goal 9)
Culture of Collaboration and Inter-Disciplinary Participation (this is inherent in what makes CCA CAA)