Technology & Innovation

Innovate and experiment to shape our campus and future for empowerment and transformation

Technology & Innovation

Technology and Innovation drive campus-wide transformation, with emerging tools reshaping how our entire institution operates and evolves. This focus area helps all campus members—faculty, staff, and administrators—harness office software applications, integrate tech tools in Canvas, embrace AI applications, and adapt diverse approaches to meet institutional needs.

By combining innovation's practical creativity with technology's systematic problem-solving, we enable a responsive and forward-thinking campus culture—preparing everyone to not just keep pace with change, but actively shape the student experience.

Meet your Technology & Innovation Guide!

 

 

 Sydnee Risk

 Instructional Designer

 srisk@glendale.edu

 

 

Technology & Innovation

In the Classroom: Faculty are supported in choosing and applying technology tools that align with their teaching goals and students’ needs. Whether you're expanding your foundational tech skills or exploring advanced strategies like integrating AI, the focus is on enhancing engagement, promoting digital equity and accessibility, and creating relevant, inclusive learning environments that empower all students to succeed.

At the College: Staff, administrators, and managers are leveraging technology to create a more efficient, connected, and student-focused campus. By deepening their tech skills, adopting purposeful tools, and prioritizing cybersecurity and digital privacy, they help build systems that reduce barriers, improve access to services, and support a culture of equity, innovation, and continuous improvement across the institution.

Learn More:

Discover Tools:

  • Canvas – Digital Learning Hub
  • Google Suite – Collaborative Productivity Tools
  • Zoom  – Live Virtual Meetings
  • Padlet – Visual Discussion Board
  • Pronto  – Instant Class Communication
  • Canva  –  Creative Content Creator
  • Playposit  – Interactive Video Engagement
  • Perusall  – Collaborative Social Annotation
  • Similarity  – Plagiarism Writing Review
  • PlayLab  –  Build your own chatbot! 
  • 3CMedia –  CCC video hosting & captioning
  • UDOIT – Canvas Accessibility Checker

Upcoming Events in Technology & Innovation Focus Area