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Keep it simple: An approach to navigating emerging technology

March 23, 2026 Megan Holt Best Practices, Teaching, Technology Trends, Tips

“We are here to support and strengthen [faculty’s] work, not to add complexity,” says William “Bill” Tozzi, regarding his role as an instructional designer in