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Who We Are

Our mission at the Center for the Advancement of Teaching & Learning (CATL) is to lead in advancing teaching and learning.

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We seamlessly integrate instructional design and learning technologies, cutting-edge AV technology, innovative learning space design, and multimedia excellence to empower educators and learners. We enhance teaching and learning by driving continuous improvement, advancing research-based instructional methods, and supporting the study of effective teaching practices. Through collaborative partnerships across disciplinary and university boundaries, along with educational development programming and consultations, we support the university's mission to provide an interprofessional environment for learning, discovery, and healing.

Our Approach

Listen

We listen intently, strategically, and continuously to our internal and external stakeholders. This deep level of engagement not only ensures we meet the current needs but also allows us to anticipate, plan for, and shape the future.

Learn

We learn from the wealth of data we collect internally while staying at the forefront of emerging trends in healthcare, health professions education, instructional design and technology, classroom space design, AV technology, and multimedia.

Lead

We lead collaboratively, with compassion, and expertise. Our three teams consist of seasoned experts in their respective fields, driven by a shared purpose and a strong sense of compassion. Acknowledging that healthcare is inherently interprofessional, we are dedicated to igniting and nurturing the growth of our students, faculty, and staff, with a focus on enhancing the teaching and learning experience. We collaborate with various entities across the enterprise to foster a welcoming and supportive teaching and learning environment, ultimately enhancing educational experiences and innovation.

Leadership

Julaine Fowlin
Executive Director

Dr. Julaine Fowlin serves as the Executive Director of the the Center for the Advancement of Teaching & Learning. With over 15 years of experience spanning corporate, higher education, and non-profit sectors, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Dr. Fowlin oversees three units each led by a director. These units include Academic Media, Classroom Technology/AV Support and Instructional Design and Technology. Her leadership is marked by a unique blend of strategic vision and tactical execution, ensuring the delivery of innovative learning and development projects.

Dr. Fowlin's passion lies in providing a holistic approach to learning and development. She firmly believes that an institution's most valuable assets are its faculty, staff, and students. Her commitment to investing in people and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation drives her work at MUSC, where she contributes significantly to the institution's educational mission.

 

Academic Media

What We Do

The CATL Academic Media team is dedicated to meeting the multimedia needs of students, faculty and staff. Our team are experts in photography, video production, website creation and graphic design.

Meet the Team

Jonathan Coultas
Director Academic Media

Wendrah McCoy
Multimedia Specialist

Nancy Carney
Multimedia Specialist 

Videography

Education and training videos

  • Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm
    Charges may apply
  • Closed-captioning charges are responsibility of the client. CATL can take care of this through a third party but the client will be charged.
  • For requests email: Jonathan Coultas
    • For MUHA requests, please complete this form. Requests are reviewed during Tuesday morning production meetings.

 

Artificial Intelligence Integration

What We Do

The Artificial Intelligence Integration team is dedicated to meaningfully embedding AI throughout MUSC’s educational practices. Our mission is to build an AI-ready workforce and equip educators and students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a digitally evolving world. We collaborate with faculty and support staff to integrate AI into the curriculum, establish pathways for research in AI-driven educational innovations, and incorporate AI-enabled technologies into their teaching and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL).

Meet the Team

April Heyward

Classroom AV/IT Support

What We Do

CATL Classroom AV/IT Support provides regular maintenance and technical support to all MUSC centrally scheduled classrooms and meeting spaces. We provide a high level of service to all faculty and end users while maintaining a robust problem-free environment. The Audio-Visual team provides additional services to the MUSC enterprise, including: A/V Engineering and integration services, A/V equipment rental for events and 1-on-1 training.

Meet the Team

Damon Amella
Director Classroom Technology

Charles Richardson
Software Admin

Clayton Nagy
Computer Manager

Joseph Murphy
Computer Specialist

Kyle Connelly
Classroom Support

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Instructional Design and Technology

What We Do

The Instructional Design and Technology team's aim is to help faculty to use technology as a tool by encouraging an “effective teaching first, technology second” approach to learning. We offer administrative support for university-wide instructional technologies and provide pedagogical expertise to both faculty members and support staff.

Meet the Team

Mary Smith
Instructional Design and Tech Director

Alex Walters
Lead Instructional Designer

Julia Liebenrood
Instructional Designer

Brittany Smalls
Business Analyst

Educational Software Support

We provide technical support and training for University educational software. As technology is expanding every minute, educational software is becoming a staple in many learning structures. Properly used, educational software can make teaching and learning more meaningful and fun. Educational software can be utilized to support or extend teaching and learning experiences. Effective integration is achieved when the use of educational software is consistent in supporting curricular goals.