Where is CIT located?
The Center for Instructional Technology is located in office suite 1014 of the Prescott Memorial Library, which is located on the east side of Wyly Tower. Take the library lobby elevators to the 10th floor and proceed down the hallway to the right of the elevators to the entrance for the Center for Instructional Technology (CIT).
When is the CIT open?
Our normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, except during quarter breaks. However, our hours may vary depending on CIT team availability. Contact CIT for the hours of operation during the Summer Quarter or quarter breaks. CIT is not open on weekends.
Does CIT take requests for workshop offerings?
We welcome ideas for future workshops and are receptive to training topics that will enable faculty to better utilize instructional technologies.
Can I direct a technology workshop for other Tech faculty members?
We encourage faculty to conduct workshops for other instructors, especially when they can introduce their peers to new instructional technologies or new ways to use existing instructional technology. Instructional technology programs are strengthened by faculty members leading peer training. CIT will be glad to assist in the scheduling, preparation and support of such workshops. Contact CIT at 318.257.2912 or via email (CIT@LATech.edu) with any ideas you have for a peer lead training workshop.
How can I get started using the Canvas Course/Learning Management System?
CIT staff are available to help you get started. Contact CIT at 318.257.2912 or via email (CIT@LATech.edu) and request that your courses be added to Canvas. CIT will set up your course(s) and assist you in learning how to use the course management system. Faculty self-training modules are available through CIT. Individual or group training on Canvas can be scheduled by contacting CIT.
How can I have a META course created when I’m teaching multiple sections of the same course?
Please fill out the META request form.
Does the CIT loan out equipment such as digital cameras, digital video cameras or laptops for faculty use?
CIT equipment is limited and used exclusively for training sessions, so we do not have the capacity to loan out equipment as of now.
Does CIT have multimedia equipment for editing and developing course contents?
CIT does not currently have physical equipment for editing and developing course contents, but it does have the expertise to assist in these areas. Please contact CIT directly (CIT@LATech.edu)
May I call on the CIT when I have technical problems with my computer?
CIT is responsible for assisting faculty to utilize classroom-based technologies. Network and software-related problems should be directed to the Computing Center Helpdesk (318.257.5300). Hardware-related problems should be reported to Technical Services Department (318.257.3097). When calling CIT with any technology-related problem, you will be directed to the one of the above appropriate departments for assistance.