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AEtech: Driving Innovation in Education
he North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists (NAD) Office of Education AEtech committee focuses on integrating technology into education. This group works to support educators by:
Overall, the AEtech committee aims to enhance the educational experiences of students and support teachers in effectively leveraging technology in their classrooms.
The team has been given the responsibility of researching issues in educational technology, developing Adventist distance education policies and guidelines, serving as a resource for distance education, and facilitating the integration of technology in the instructional process - with all that entails.
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Evaluating and recommending educational technologies
Support and guidance
Research and innovation
The AEtech Committee
Atlantic union Conference
Columbia Union Conference
NAD Distance Learning Schools
Identifying and suggesting effective tools and platforms that can enhance teaching and learning experiences.
Offering ongoing support and guidance for educators in the implementation of technology in their teaching practices.
Keeping abreast of the latest trends and research in educational technology to ensure that the recommendations and resources provided are current and effective.
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Meet the AEtech committee
Adventist Learning Community
Paola Franco-Oudri
Associate Director / Educational Professional Development Coordinator
The Adventist Learning Community (ALC) supports educators through online continuing education, providing faith-based training and resources to help them expand their skills and classroom practices.
Sherina Phillips
Associate Superintendent, Northeastern Conference
I'm passionate about supporting my territory in every possible way. I promote discounted resources available through various companies and the OETC store to help with equipment purchases. I also encourage schools to use the Lending Library, allowing them to test equipment temporarily and determine if it meets their needs before purchasing. In addition, I collaborate with different conferences and staff throughout my territory. I’m readily available to answer questions and offer assistance with SIS, MAP, and Dashboard. If you have questions about technology or data, I’m here to help.
Richmond Academy, Teacher
I represent the Columbia Union, where I help teachers and leadership better integrate technology into instruction. At Richmond Academy, I teach students across multiple campuses through engaging video conferencing.
I love helping teachers use technology at the right time and in the right way for the best instructional impact. I co-host the EDTech Unpacked Podcast where we inspire teachers to do just that.
Desmond Suarez
Ben Krieter
LMS Administrator, Griggs International Academy
I have experience with on-site and remote hybrid programs as well as fully online programs (asynchronous, synchronous, and semi-synchronous) and am happy to provide support for schools already doing this kind of program or looking to add a distance learning element.
North Pacific Union Conference
Archie Harris
Conference Associate Superintendent, Upper Columbia Conference of SDA
I look forward to working with the IT and Education departments in the NPUC as well as the NAD to see what can be done to help our smaller schools with their technology needs.
SDA Church in Canada
Director of Information Technology, Burman University
Colin has represented the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada on the AEtech (formerly NAD-TDEC) team since 2000. With 16 years of high school teaching experience, he understands the classroom challenges and has always assisted others with effectively implementing technology in their teaching. As well as providing technology support for the Education program at Burman University (where the majority of SDACC teachers pass through), he liaises between the AEtech team, the SDACC Education and Conference Education departments, and the teachers in the field, helping out where possible.
Colin Hill
Southern Union Conference
Jonathan Sumner
Associate Superintendent, Georgia Cumberland Conference
Advocate and presenter for the technology, IT, and best practice needs and support of the Southern Union conferences and schools. Connecting resources and people to conferences and schools.
Andrea Henry-Smith
Associate Director for Library/Information, Southern Union Conference
Serves on the AEtech team as a resource support for school libraries and library technology.
Southwestern Union Conference
Burton Adventist Academy, Director for Advancement
As our SWUC AEtech representative, I enjoy supporting our schools, administrators and educators by helping cast vision for new technology implementations, giving guidance related to purchasing and the implementation of new technology, and serving as a resource support for teachers and administrators alike. As co-chair of our SWUC EdTech Advisory Committee, I help guide in the exploration of IT support initiatives to better support schools across our union.
Aaron Long
Lake Union Conference
Associate Director of Education
At the Lake Union Conference, we aim to equip teachers with the resources and tools to foster 21st-century learners with servant hearts. I focus on sharing these resources and developing practical tools, policies, and strategies for busy small-school teachers, including support for securing funding, updating technology plans, and preparing for accreditation.
Nicole Mattson
North American Division
Milton Sand
North American Division Director of IT Services
I support our schools and educators through AEtech by bringing IT infrastructure and Cybersecurity experience, and by bringing network opportunities with other organizations and IT programs throughout the NAD territory.
Director of Secondary Education and Accreditation / AEtech Co-Chair
The co-chairs of AEtech are responsible for providing strategic oversight and ensuring the committee’s initiatives align with the mission of Adventist Education. Martha and Stephen lead meetings, manage projects, and serve as liaisons to key stakeholders while advocating for the effective integration of technology in educational settings. Additionally, they oversee the creation and dissemination of resources, promote professional development, and evaluate the impact of initiatives. By fostering innovation and collaboration, they ensure AEtech’s efforts effectively enhance the use of technology to support Adventist educators and students.
Stephen Bralley
Director of Technology for Education / AEtech Co-Chair
Martha Ban
Director of Technology for Education, North American Division
Pacific Union Conference
JH STEM Teacher, Loma Linda Academy
My goal as the AEtech representative is to raise technology needs and issues that schools in my Union have to the AEtech team and be able to help schools find resources that will enhance their teachers' and students' STEM experience in the classroom.
Rozaleth "RJ" Tenga
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Mid-America Union Conference
Tyler Rettler
IT Director - Rocky Mountain Conference & Mile High Academy
I help with purchasing support, configuration and deployment of student devices and filtering, and FACTS, MAP, and Data Rollup issues. I also work on helping to find ways to better support our smaller schools' technology needs.
I also represent AEtech and education issues as their representative to NAD TSC (Technical Standards Committee) which helps guide IT policy and direction for NAD IT Services.
The EDTech Unpacked Podcast
The EDTech Unpacked Podcast helps teachers implement technology effectively in their classrooms by casting vision and sharing practical applications in a relatable way. Desmond and Aaron connect, inspire, and engage legendary teachers!
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