Instructional technology is any technology that is used to support or enhance classroom teaching.
For the purposes of support at UMM, we are focused primarily on the use of computers and the Internet in teaching. In the classroom, the use of instructional technology such as a PowerPoint presentation can help engage students, appeals to multiple learning styles, reinforces important points, and can provide structure to difficult topics. Outside of class, instructional technology such as the Web can provide 24-hour access for your students to your class materials, supporting documents, research resources, tutorials, and other learning aids. I have been designated as the principal support person to help faculty with instructional technology. I have knowledge of UMM's computing environments, and I am currently completing a M.A. program with a specialty in educational technology.