Mission
The Gillings Educational Technology (EdTech) team’s mission is to guide the “how”, “why”, and “when” of using technology for education, promote digital fluency and accessibility among the Gillings community, and leverage technology to affect positive change in teaching and learning.
Vision
Our team is committed to a future in which we:
- Evolve with the ever-changing landscape of higher education;
- Empower the Gillings community to serve effectively as leaders, pedagogues, researchers, and lifelong learners; and
- Foster an inclusive learning environment in which all can thrive academically and professionally.
Values
We are committed to:
- Inclusivity: Removing barriers to teaching and learning through Universal Design for Learning (UDL), ensuring access for all.
- Community: Making a difference through our partnerships and collaborations to promote student and faculty success and well-being.
- Digital Literacy: Using evidence-based practices to:
- Improve course quality;
- Increase technical proficiency; and
- Support adoption and innovative use of educational technologies.
Our Services
The Educational Technology team provides Gillings faculty, TAs, and staff:
- Canvas support
- Instructional design services
- Teaching solutions
- Educational technology tools support (Panopto, VoiceThread, Poll Everywhere, Gradescope, and more)
- Lecture capture and recording support
Check out our contact options below for more information, or book a consult now.
