A goal-oriented method for establishing an electronic college

This paper presents a goal-oriented method for establishing an electronic college. The method is outlined in a milestone plan, adapted from goal-directed project management. The paper advocates commitment to training, support, and motivation of people, as well as technological expertise. The method comprises the following steps: define your aim, procure the necessary management support, define the usergroups involved, determine the users' need: information and activities, decide on which host computer to use, decide on which software to use, decide on the type of network, decide on the type of workstation, design the framework in terms of a matrix, design a training, support and motivation program. This paper describes each of these steps in detail and uses a case description, “TowerNet”, originating from the Adult Education Department of Pennsylvania State University.