PROVOST’S OFFICE
Partnering with faculty in teaching, learning, and research
EdTech provides leadership and expertise in the use of innovative learning tools, instructional techniques, and course design to support faculty in teaching, learning, research, and scholarship. EdTech partners with faculty to develop and sustain campus conversations based on national and international higher education innovations and research-based practices.
EdTech Supports Faculty By
Consulting
Guidance on the selection, adoption, and effective use of instructional and research technologies.
Training
Workshops, training, and one-on-one consultations on current and emerging educational technologies.
Course Design
Partnership to design and develop fully online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced courses and instructional materials.
Learning Spaces
Collaboration on the planning and design of innovative learning spaces, support services, and technology resources.
Instructional Technology
The EdTech Instructional Technology Team supports the University’s enterprise teaching and learning technologies that enhance instruction across online, hybrid, and on-campus courses. The team supports and provides training for a wide range of campus-supported instructional technologies, including Canvas, Zoom, Turnitin, Gradescope, Qualtrics, Kaltura, ChatGPT Edu, Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor, VoiceThread, Simple Syllabus, WordPress, and Adobe Express.
The team also collaborates with the Senate Committee on Education and Research Technology (SCERT) to evaluate emerging instructional technologies, recommend campus-wide technology initiatives, and promote the effective adoption of digital tools that support teaching, learning, and academic innovation across the University.
To learn how to use these tools effectively, view the workshop schedule or contact the Director of Instructional Technology, David Dinowitz, to schedule a one-on-one consultation.
Workshop Schedule Book an Instructional Technology ConsultationInstructional Design
The EdTech Instructional Design Team partners with faculty across all instructional modalities at Hofstra University to design engaging, accessible, and effective learning experiences. Our instructional designers provide guidance on evidence-based pedagogy, course design, instructional technology, accessibility, and course development from initial planning through implementation and continuous improvement.
The team also collaborates with the Distance Learning Advisory Committee to support the advancement of high-quality online education, promote best practices in digital teaching and learning, and help shape institutional initiatives related to distance education.
Contact the Associate Director of Instructional Design, Tom Jennings, to learn more about how we can support you.
Book an Instructional Design Consultation
Online Teaching Workshop
Course Design Institute
Classroom Technology
The EdTech Classroom Technology Team supports faculty in the effective use of technology-enhanced learning spaces across Hofstra University. The team provides expertise in classroom technology, lecture capture, audiovisual systems, and instructional technology, helping faculty integrate campus-supported tools into their teaching.
In collaboration with the Classroom Committee, the team helps assess emerging instructional technologies, identify opportunities for classroom improvements, and support strategic initiatives that create innovative, flexible, and technology-rich environments for teaching and learning.
- Explore a centrally managed classroom — 25Live search
- Overview of the Classroom Teaching Station
- Lecture capture with Zoom
- Classroom Podium Software List
Classroom reservations: AcademicScheduling@hofstra.edu
Event space reservations: EventManagement@hofstra.edu
Immediate technical assistance: ITS Service Desk, 516-463-7777
General questions: Director of Classroom Technology, Michael Ferruzzi
Additional Links and Resources
Staff Members
Reach out to the team member closest to your question, or book a consultation with the group that fits your project.
Instructional Technology
Instructional Design
Classroom Technology
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Contact Us
Instructional Technology
McEwen Hall 0204
david.dinowitz@hofstra.edu
Instructional Design
McEwen Hall 0206
thomas.j.jennings@hofstra.edu
Classroom Technology
Butler Annex 0102
ITS Service Desk 516-463-7777
Throughout the academic year, EdTech hosts workshops and webinars for faculty on a variety of topics. You can also schedule an appointment with an instructional technologist, instructional designer, or classroom technologist.