Technology can provide a path of inquiry that students could not experience in any other way. But it is very hard for instructors to develop materials that give students this kind of experience. It may be that not all courses would benefit from technology. Certainly there are many different kinds of technology that might be used profitably. Let's build a program that touches each of these groups of students in meaningful ways, that provides a range of uses of technology and helps develop skills and understanding.
Funding is always an issue.
And, as I said earlier, over the past several years, UB has made a very large investment in technology. That is a reality of higher education. I am encouraged that UB is recognizing its commitment to technology and is working to provide resources appropriate to that commitment. Whether I believe all the hype about technology and its impact on learning. I am an advocate for technology, but I try to retain what I hope is a healthy dose of skepticism.