Academic Technology
Products and Services
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Our mission: To provide educational and communications
technology and services in support of teaching, learning, and
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About Us
- Classroom and Presentation Services
- Classroom and Presentation Services provides communication
equipment and software in support of instruction and works with
faculty to create digital and audio-video presentation materials for
the classroom. Typical products and services include delivery and retrieval of equipment such as video/data
projectors and VCR/TV units; production of presentation graphics for classroom instruction,
television broadcasts, and videotape production; consultation on presentation design;
operation of a library of classroom instructional materials; and duplication of audiotapes, videotapes, CD-ROMs, and DVDs.
NOTE: For general inquiries, contact
Division Manager Ken Hyde, (208) 426-1862,
khyde@boisestate.edu.
To order Classroom and Presentation Services, please use our
online ordering system.
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- E-Learning Services
- E-Learning Services administers all aspects of Blackboard, a
course-management system that enables students and faculty to
participate in classes delivered online or use online materials and
activities to complement face-to-face teaching. Typical services
include training for faculty, technical support, assistance in
developing online teaching materials, and consultation on online
teaching strategies. Division Manager: Allan Heaps, (208) 426-1851,
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allanheaps@boisestate.edu.
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- Faculty Development Services
- Each semester, Academic Technologies develops a curriculum of
faculty-development opportunities, including workshops in
Blackboard, PowerPoint, FrontPage, and other software; seminars and
panel discussions on subjects related to teaching with technology;
live, interactive telecasts and other satellite broadcasts; web
resources in support of teaching; and an annual Summer Instructional
Technology Institute. Division Coordinator: Kevin S. Wilson, (208)
426-4260,
kwilson@boisestate.edu.
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- Computer-Based Testing Services
- Each year,
Computer-Based Testing
administers more than 20,000 proctored tests and examinations,
conducted online in the division’s Testing Lab or at various
locations through the use of a mobile testing center. Typical
services include administration of proctored, web-based tests using
Blackboard and other testing software; assistance with test creation
and maintenance of test-item databases; consultation and training on
effective test writing and testing practices; and development and
administration of diagnostic and “low-stakes” tests. Division
Manager: currently vacant
- Teleproduction Services
- Teleproduction Services creates video productions in support of
instruction, recruitment, institutional advancement, and outreach.
Typical services include pre-production consultation, location and
studio production, and post-production editing with full effects. Rod
Cashin, Teleproductions Specialist, extension (208) 426-1863,
rcashin@boisestate.edu.
- Telecommunications and Teleconferencing Services
- Telecommunications and Teleconferencing provides communication
services in support of distance learning and university
administration. In addition, the division provides communication
services for governmental agencies, businesses, civic organizations,
and individuals. Typical services include ISDN and IP
videoconferencing; satellite teleconferencing; and televised
distance-learning courses via cable, microwave, and compressed-video
broadcasts to the Boise area, Twin Falls, and other outreach
locations. Knowledge Network Manager: Ted Eisele,
(208) 426-1695,
teisele@boisestate.edu.
Videoconferencing Manage: Bill Cottle, (208) 426-1879,
bcottle@boisestate.edu.
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- Engineering and Technical Services
- Engineering and Technical Services designs, installs, and
maintains video, audio, and computer systems in support of instruction
and Academic Technologies operations. In addition, the division
provides technical support to users of these systems. Typical services
include the design, installation, maintenance, and support for
classroom technology; technical support and maintenance for Academic
Technologies systems and operations; technical support for classrooms,
computer labs, and production workstations; and consultation with
departments and colleges about design and installation issues involved
in classroom building and renovation projects. Technical Services
Manager: Gary Rasmussen, (208) 426-1694,
grasmussen@boisestate.edu.
Online Ordering System
Many of the products and services provided by Academic
Technologies can be ordered online through our Online Ordering System. Products and services not included in
the system can be requested in person at our front
desk or by contacting our Service Representative at (208) 426-3286 or
wdowns@boisestate.edu.
Order products and
services online.
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