Faculty
Academic Technology and Instructional Services (ATIS) provides expanded access to educational opportunities through eLearning modalities including online courses and compressed video-interactive television.
ATIS also provides faculty with a one stop source for academic technology, instructional technology, eLearning support, assistance, and faculty development needs. If you need assistance, simply call 387-ATIS (2847) and one of our ATIS representatives will assess your issue and help find a resolution.
Interesting in teaching online?
ATIS is here to help the faculty teach online. Our Instructional Services team is available to assist faculty with the planning and development of online courses. Our staff can assist you to deliver outstanding online courses using industry standard online course delivery tools.
For more information about teaching online contact ATIS by phone at 387-2847 and ask to speak to our instructional services office. We also invite your to contact us via e-mail at atis-footprints@wmich.edu.
The e-Teaching Endorsement Program
Faculty, would you like to learn how to develop your course materials for instruction online?
The e-Teaching Endorsement Program will share with you best practices for instructional design and online learning. You will be able to use many of the concepts learned for fully online courses to integrate technology into your face-to-face classes. Visit the e-Teaching page for the latest information.
Blackboard Vista Announcement: Course Migration
If you have Blackboard Vista course material in a previous semester, session, or development area and want the material migrated to a new course please complete the Blackboard Vista Migration Content Request Form.
Blackboard Vista Announcement: Vista Workshop
As it has already been announced, beginning fall semester 2006, Blackboard Vista will be the tools for all online courses. Blackboard Vista Vista training will be offered throughout the summer. Call 7-6958 or 7-2847 for more information. To view the workshop calendar, visit http://www.wmich.edu/itc/workshops/.
7 Ways to Improve Student Satisfaction in Online Courses
The practical advice helps instructors and course developers to create and to teach outstanding online courses.
Faculty Laptop Computer Replacement Project
The faculty laptop computer page will provide information on the laptop specifications, rollout plan, exchange locations, timelines and project progress.
Classroom instructional technology upgrade
The classroom technology page provides information on the designated classrooms, timelines and project progress.
