Put another one up on the “keyboard.” Summer 2007 marked the third consecutive year for the institutes on teaching with technology, and the participants were the big winners. The first institute was held May 21 -25, and the theme was “Enhancing Your Teaching Using Blackboard.” The line up was diverse, including faculty, staff, and students from various disciplines and departments: Kathleen Berg, Professional Leadership; Shelly Brown, Political Science; Michael Capp, Biology; Kathy Werries, Professional Counseling; Sallie Wormer, E-Portfolio Coordinator; and Chelsea Kraushaar, Sp.ir.it Student Coordinator. The team was coached by Denise King and Nola Coulson. All players contributed to the success; no one sat on the sidelines. The team shared strategies and ideas on how to enhance teaching, facilitate organizational activities, and provide academic support using Blackboard.

The second series was underway with the institute on “Advanced Technologies,” held June 11 -15.  This series roster included