Instructional Technology staff help faculty solve pedagogical problems or create new learning opportunities through efficient, effective use and support of technology. Tools and services we support include:

We also support blended and online course design and offer workshops and consultations. Professional development services are also available to academic and administrative departments. For additional support, please see the Technology Support Center.

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"AI, Unscripted" Podcast Series Spotlights Maryland Faculty Tackling AI in Teaching

Co-sponsored by USM Kirwan Center, CUSF, MarylandOnline

The "AI, Unscripted" podcast limited series guides faculty from curiosity to confidence in using artificial intelligence for teaching and learning. This seven-episode limited series from the...

Posted: August 25, 2025, 1:05 PM

Meet AVA: Blackboard’s AI-Powered Virtual Assistant for Faculty

AVA supports feedback and frequently asked student questions

This fall, UMBC faculty will have the opportunity to test Blackboard’s new AI Virtual Assistant (AVA), a suite of tools designed to support common teaching tasks.  AVA Feedback Assistant will...

Posted: August 12, 2025, 12:29 PM

Using Google Doc "Versions" to Detect Student Originality vs. AI Abuse

Note: The following tip was shared as part of a 2/18/25 Faculty Development Center workshop, "Encouraging Academic Integrity in the Era of AI." Please feel free to adapt and make it your own....

Posted: May 14, 2025, 2:25 PM

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