9 Miss. Code R. § 8-3-3.1
To support students in achieving their educational endeavors both in the classroom and beyond, the MSVCC leverages distance learning resources and services to foster an environment of excellence and promote quality teaching and learning.
The adoption of new contractual services follows a rigorous evaluation and implementation process, as outlined:
Adoption of New Contractual Services:
* The Support Committee is tasked with vetting any new or existing vendor services and making a motion to adopt or discontinue services to the Mississippi eLearning Association (MELA).
* During a monthly meeting, the Mississippi eLearning Association (MELA) will act on eLearning-related vendor services.
* If voted to adopt, the Assistant Executive Director (AED) for eLearning and Instructional Technology will present the procurement request for action by the Presidents at the next Mississippi Association for Community Colleges (MACC) meeting.
* If approved by the Mississippi Association for Community Colleges (MACC), the Assistant Executive Director (AED) for eLearning and Instructional Technology will work as the liaison between MELA, MACC, Information Technology Services (ITS), and the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB).
* All technology service agreements overseen by Information Technology Services (ITS) adhere to the following procedure:
* The ITS procurement request is initiated by the Assistant Executive Director (AED) for eLearning and Instructional Technology.
* ITS assigns a Technology Consultant to the procurement request to ensure compliance with applicable state laws and guidelines.
* The ITS Technology Consultant informs the AED for eLearning and Instructional Technology of the procurement determination (i.e., competitive purchase or sole source).
* ITS drafts a contract that adheres to state procurement laws and guidelines. A Business Case and/or Approval by the ITS Board may be required.
* Upon agreement to the draft terms and conditions, the AED for eLearning and Instructional Technology requests spending approval by the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB).
* Upon approval by the MCCB Board, ITS collects contract signatures, with the Executive Director of ITS signing on behalf of the MCCB.
* Once the contract is executed, the MCCB Office for eLearning and Instructional Technology coordinates implementation, training, and technology support.
* The Support Committee continues to monitor the overall value and usage of the service throughout the contract's life cycle.
A comprehensive list of all contractual services and agreements is housed in the MELA Canvas Course and can also be viewed under Appendix E. Resources and contractual services are funded by the $0.90 SCH (Semester Credit Hours) assessment fee and Educational Technology Appropriations.
9 Miss. Code. R. § 8-3-3.1