Open AccessJust Ask: Using Faculty Input to Inform Communication Strategies
Author(s) -
HoffmannLongtin Krista,
Palmer Megan M.,
Welch Julie L.,
Walvoord Emily C.,
Dankoski Mary E.
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
to improve the academy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2334-4822
DOI - 10.1002/tia2.20002
Subject(s) - ask price , identification (biology) , function (biology) , knowledge management , psychology , engineering ethics , computer science , public relations , engineering , business , political science , botany , finance , evolutionary biology , biology
Faculty members today are bombarded with information, yet limited in time and attention. Managing communication with faculty is an increasingly important function of faculty development offices. This study explored how communication frameworks can be paired with web design principles and attention economics to increase the effectiveness of communication with faculty members. We developed and tested communication approaches designed to enhance faculty members’ identification and involvement with our programs. The advantages, disadvantages, and effectiveness of each model are presented. Ultimately, the study reframed our understanding of communication strategies, not as static tools, but rather as opportunities to engage faculty.