Tera Doty-Blance

http://www.teradoty.com
566 Hooper Rd
Endwell, NY 13760
607-748-7514

tera@teradoty.com

 

EDUCATION

Binghamton University, Binghamton , NY
B.A. Biological Sciences           1999
Areas of Concentration: Ecology, Macrobiology

 

MULTIMEDIA & TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE 

Memorial Library
SUNY Cortland, Cortland, NY - Software Training and Support Specialist         2006 - present      

Coordinate instruction and training of college faculty and staff in the use of college supported software and hardware in both Windows and Macintosh environments. Provide workshops and consultation in the use of technological tools for academic and administrative purposes. Participate in multiple campus-wide initiatives and committees. Serve as instructional point person for iLife applications, podcast production, and iTunesU. Record, edit and produce podcasts of library presentations and of workshop related instructional materials. Create training materials and documentation for supported hardware and software. Provide software training to Library student employees.

 

Center for Learning and Teaching,
Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY - Technical Support Specialist           2001 - 2006      

Provide technical and educational support for multimedia applications and equipment for faculty, staff and students in both Windows and Macintosh environments. Organize and present technology based workshops for pre-service and in-service educators, with corresponding documentation. Supervise and instruct undergraduate interns in development of websites, electronic portfolios, and video tutorials. Install and troubleshoot hardware, software and peripherals.  Integrate digital photographs and design original graphics for hard copy publications. Designed and constructed a portable distance learning/video recording suite.  Developed an online interface for distance learning modules.  Design and maintain several program, grant and department websites.

 

Free Lance Web & Graphics Designer         2001 – Present

Design, construct, and maintain informational and commercial websites.  Also provide technical support and collaborate with web hosting service providers.

 

GRANT SUPPORTED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Preparing Teachers to use Technology (PT3)               2000 - 2002
Enhancing Education Through Technology (E2T2)           2004 - Present

Create procedures and documentation for iBook mobile wireless labs, hardware and software, including Microsoft Office applications. Maintain, repair and upgrade hardware and software. Provide technical training of undergraduate and graduate students, in-service teachers, higher education faculty and staff.  Document program specific competencies for a Technology Certificate Program.

 

 

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Binghamton University, Binghamton , NY

         Graduate Teaching Assistant         2000 – 2001
         To Dr. Anna Tan Wilson in Biology 440 “Biology Multimedia Development”        

  • Contributed to development of syllabus and overall course structure.  Gave biweekly instruction in developing educational multimedia presentations through the use of Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Director, Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.  Developed and maintained course website.  http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~biol440

         Graduate Teaching Assistant         1999 – 2000
         To Dr. Michael Armstrong in Biology 115 ”Introductory Biology Laboratory”

  • Collaborated on lab and exam development, gave laboratory demonstrations, met with students upon request, and graded all written work

 

SKILLS

    • Microsoft Office 2003
    • Microsoft Office 2007
    • Windows XP, 2000
    • Mac OS X
    • TechSmith Camtasia Studio
    • TechSmith Snag It
    • Macromedia Dreamweaver
    • Macromedia Flash
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Adobe InDesign
    • Adone Illustrator
    • SofTV Presenter
    • iMovie
    • iPhoto
    • iWeb
    • iDVD
    • GarageBand
    • iTunesU
    • Second Life
    • Help Desk Call Tracking System
    • Impatica
      QuickTime Pro
      Keynote
      Pages
      Fugu
      WS_FTP
      Podcast Maker
      Blackboard
      WebCT
      Wimba
      Digital Video Production
      HTML
      Javascript
      CSS

PRESENTATIONS & CONFERENCES

Conference on Instructional Technologies – Organizer           2007

  • Vendor and Poster Committee, Chair - for SUNY system annual technology conference
    • “Create Podcasts from Your PC with Camtasia Studio 4” – Workshop
      • Familiarize participants with best practices of podcasting and podcast production utilizing Camtasia Studio. Provide an opportunity to create podcasts and vodcasts. Present an introduction to the iTunesU program which is currently being piloted at SUNY Cortland.


    SUNY Technology Training Center – Presenter           2006

    • “Camtasia Studio” – Workshop
      • Covered the basics of the Camtasia Studio interface, how to capture, edit and produce video of screen activity.  Discussed best distribution methods including creation of flash-based webpages, CDs and Podcasting.

    New York State Association for Computers and Technology in Education – Conference Podcast Coordinator           2006

    • Responsible for setup of audio and video equipment for the purpose of recording presentations for the NYSCATE Southern Tier Cohort Podcast – http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts

     

    New York State Association for Computers and Technology in Education – Presenter              2006

    • “Enhancing Education Through Technology” – Presentation
      • Discussed the implementation of a mac-based grant program at the Binghamton City Middle Schools aimed at improving math and literacy through the incorporation of technology in the curriculum

     

    Conference on Instructional Technologies – Organizer           2006

    • Vendor and Poster Committee, Chair - for SUNY system annual technology conference

     

    North Eastern Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society – Organizer     2006

    • Vendor and Exhibitor Committee, Chair

     

    Council of SUNY Business Deans and Administrators - Presenter              2005

    • “Distance Learning at Binghamton University” - Presentation
      • Discussed best practices and models of distance learning programs at Binghamton University Gave a basic overview of what elements are necessary to build a simple multimedia system for the purpose of creating distance-learning modules utilizing SofTV Presenter and Camtasia Studio. Compared the CLT and EngiNET recording systems in format, distribution, cost, facilities and staffing

     

    Conference on Instructional Technologies – Organizer           2005

    • Local Planning Committee
    • Vendor and Poster Committee, Chair
    • Workshop Committee

     

    Conference on Instructional Technologies – Presenter            2005

    • “Building a Distance Learning Multimedia System” – Workshop
      • Gave a basic overview of what elements are necessary to build a simple multimedia system for the purpose of creating distance-learning modules utilizing SofTV Presenter and Camtasia Studio. Information on necessary equipment, including but not limited to digital video cameras, microphones, video switchers, lighting, and software, specifically Camtasia Studio and SofTV

     

    Conference on Instructional Technologies – Presenter           2004

    • “What You Need to Know BEFORE You Build A Website” – Workshop
      • Topics covered included website content, design and layout, copyright law and fair use, and how to avoid the most common mistakes in web design.  Briefly discussed Macromedia Dreamweaver MX and basic HTML.
    • “Photoshop Basics for the Beginning Web Designer” – Workshop
      • Provided the beginning user with the fundamental skills for creating professional graphics that compliment and emphasis the content of a website.  Introduced basic tools in Photoshop.
    • “Development of an Electronic Tutorial Library” – Presentation
      • In order to meet a growing demand for technology instruction, Binghamton University’s Center for Learning and Teaching began the development of an Electronic Tutorial Library. Undergraduate CS interns were recruited to develop tutorials for popular software packages such as PowerPoint, Dreamweaver, and Photoshop.  These tutorials were created using Camtasia Studio and broke down the basics of each program into manageable and easy to follow lessons.

     

    Illinois Technology Conference for Educators – Technology Staff           2004

    • Assumed responsibility for loading in, set up, tear down, and troubleshooting of multimedia equipment, plus installation of software on laptops (Windows and Mac Platform) for a week-long conference that included two days of workshops and two days of presentations.  Demonstrated an understanding of both platforms and compatibility in wired and wireless environments.