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Andy Freed

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Andy Freed

I'm the Director of Learning Technology & Innovation (LTI!), where I oversee our infrastructure, technical support, and the innovation hub. I've been with the College since 2001 and have worked in several positions, from technical support to, well, more complicated and fancier problem solving. I believe that technology can help remove barriers so that our students can attain their educational goals. I also believe that technology can become that barrier if not well considered, well implemented, and well supported. Our Distance Education department supports students from all over the Portland Metro region and far beyond. One of my goals is to provide, at a minimum, equivalent access to education for students through creative solutions, dedicated staff, and collaborative efforts with the College at large. Check out my video introduction, and please contact me [opens in new window] if you have any questions about Distance Ed, our services, our technology, or if you're having problems.

Articles (55):

A computer screen with the word feedback on it Spring 2016 online student survey results
The online student survey results show student expectations about their online class experience. Posted January 17, 2017
Subject Area Accessibility Studies for Geography
Archive of Subject Area Study for Geography Posted December 10, 2016
webwork activity grade in the gradebook WeBWorK integration with D2L Brightspace
You can now pass cumulative or total course grade back from WeBWorK to D2L. Posted November 18, 2016
Subject Area Accessibility Studies for Communication Studies & Journalism
Archive of the Subject Area Accessibility Study for Communication Studies and Journalism Posted March 10, 2016
pie chart of now show users. No Show survey results 8
In mid-Janury 2016, the Distance Learning Advisory Council (DLAC) sent out a survey to all instructors teaching at least one […] Posted February 17, 2016
results from Start Guide viewed on a tablet Initial results from the Start Guide for Online Learning
The results from the first term of Start Guide for Online Learning is in and the results are good. Posted November 2, 2015
A view of the class progress Finding non-engaged students (and imposters)
Use the Class View of the User Progress tool to get a view of student activity during the first week to identify students who are struggling, and maybe even an imposter! Posted June 30, 2015
The learning analytics cycle Using small data 2
Forget big data. Use small data like class access or quiz scores to improve student learning through the learning analytics cycle. Posted March 9, 2015
Announcing the Start Guide for Online Learning
Starting January 20th, First time online students will need to complete the Virtual Backpack/Start Guide for Online Learners before they can register for their first online class. Posted January 20, 2015
Subject Area Accessibility Study in Computer Science, CIS and CAS
Background During winter term, 2014, the following instructors from different computer technical fields collaborated with Accessible Ed & Disability Resources […] Posted December 10, 2014
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