Learning Technology Services
Connecting the Campus and Technology
Mission Statement
The mission of the division of Information Technology Services known as Learning Technology Services (LTS) is to provide training and consulting services to faculty in using computers for instructional purposes and to provide training services in personal computer applications to university employees. Specific responsibilities of LTS include:
- To develop and deliver training, consulting, and instructional design services for the appropriate integration of computer technologies into teaching and learning
- To advocate for resource allocations necessary to effectively use and explore potential uses of computing in teaching and learning
- To promote the integration of computer technologies with other available pedagogical tools
- To collect, analyze and disseminate information relating to “best practices” in instructional computing, within the University and the UNC System
- To provide a focal point for university efforts and initiatives relating to teaching and learning with technology
- To be the liaison from Appalachian State University to the Teaching and Learning with Technology Collaborative component of the UNC General Administration Division of Information Resources
LTS works closely with other areas of the University including all areas of Information Technology Services, Technical Support Services, the Hubbard Center for Faculty and Staff Development, the University Libraries and IT specialists in the various colleges.
