Instructional Technology Services - San Diego State University

Instructional Technologies and Resources

Faculty Instructional Technology (FIT) Center

A comfortable lounge-style lab for faculty to work and receive assistance from ITS staff.

The FIT Center has gone virtual!

Virtual FIT Center
Hours
M-Th: 8am – 6:30pm*
F: 8am – 4:30pm

*Closed on SDSU observed holidays. Open December 31st, 2020 (grade submission deadline) – 8am–4pm

 

FIT Center SDSU
The FIT Center supports faculty with technology resources and provides assistance with creating instructional materials, professional presentations, non-funded research and publication. The FIT Center serves as a hub for faculty to work individually or meet in small informal groups.

Faculty are welcome to bring their snacks and lunches to the FIT Center.

Features and Benefits

  • The FIT Center has workstations with Mac and Windows OS that include MS Office software, ParScore for scanning and grading multiple choice exams, iClicker, and other tools.
  • An instructional technology consultant is available from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 am – 4:30 pm on Friday for instructional design and technology consultation.
  • Faculty can learn how to use instructional technologies such as Scantron test scoring machines and i>clickers, how to create accessible documents, how to use tools such as Blackboard, Respondus, Turnitin, and much more.

Getting Started Questions

How do I get started with Blackboard, Lecture Capture, Respondus, iClicker, Turnitin, and other instructional technologies? – Our instructional technology consultants will meet with you to help you get started, show you how to use the application as a pedagogical tool and explain best practices for classroom and online time management. ITS can provide useful web links, resources and job aids. Our face-to-face and one-on-one consultations will demonstrate that ITS is ready and able to go the extra mile for you.

Must I make a reservation to use a ParScore machine or can I simply walk in to use one? – Sometimes, during slower periods, you can walk in during FIT Center hours to use a machine. However, we recommend that you make a reservation, especially during midterms and final exam week. On your first visit, a consultant will explain how to use ParScore and offer tips for getting the best results.

What other services does ITS offer? – The FIT Center consultants are prepared to discuss our varied services. Our homepage is a good place for you to see a full view of the many ways we can help you.