My move from industry to academia was motivated by a strong desire to teach. I have a passion for teaching the wise and effective use of technology. I believe that confidence and competence in the use of information and communication technologies are key attributes hiring managers are seeking in 21st century candidates.

I am here to help students in their pursuit of contemporary technical knowledge, best-practice skills, and habits of heart and mind that will enable to them to make a difference by knowing how to help people to reap the benefits of technology.

Students in my courses are challenged by active learning activities that are based on real workplace scenarios. In my courses, students work in teams and through computer mediated communications, just as they will in the workplace.

To stimulate interest and curiosity, my courses are enriched by a variety of learning activities such as online and in-class discussions, web conferences, blogs, podcasts, readings, computer simulations, virtual and in-person field trips, debates, web-quests,  paper and video case studies, and individual and team project work. I believe field experience is important, so, outside of class, I help students to engage in volunteer, for-credit, or for-pay internships.