Academic Technology

Academic Technology and Online Learning

SouthArk offers and delivers a variety of classes online. The Academic Technology Department provides greater access to higher education and supports the effective implementation of emerging technologies for students in online learning environments.

The Office of Academic Technology:

  • Ensures students in online learning environments have equitable institutional support and services, as they are provided to on-campus students.

  • Promotes knowledge and adoption of evidence-based design practices found to produce quality teaching and learning in online learning environments.

  • Providing training and support for online learning faculty and students in implementing and using emerging technologies.

  • Evaluates the quality of online learning environments.

  • Collaborates with local community and industry leaders to expand and market our online learning course offerings.

The Academic Technology Department aims to provide the SouthArk faculty and students with the tools, knowledge, and support necessary for a high-quality teaching and learning environment. For support, training, and technological help, see the SouthArk Academic Technology Student Help Webpages, utilize our Academic Technology Help Form, or stop by our office located in the Mahony Family Library during our business hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5:30 PM, and Fridays, 8 AM to noon.