The Center for Online Learning and Innovation - About Us

Our Department: Augusta Tech has been offering online courses since 1999. Our students have access to

• Accredited programs, including some that are fully online
• 24/7 lesson availability
• Innovative, accessible, and engaging course content

Students will have access to their courses in Blackboard on the first day of the semester. Courses will not appear before the semester begins.

Important Policy Notes for Students

1. All online courses require presentation of a picture ID for access to proctored events. Students must attend proctored events to remain enrolled in courses.
2. Students are not allowed to give their Blackboard user names or passwords to anyone
3. Students may be administratively withdrawn from online courses for failure to submit assignments for 7 consecutive days.

The Center for Online Learning and Innovation Staff

Office 1225, Building 1000

Mark Lariscy
Director
(706) 771-4113

Mark Lariscy is the Director of the Center for Online Learning and Innovation at Augusta Technical College. Mark worked as a software developer in industry before moving into the field of Education. Mark has a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and a Master of Business Administration. He also holds certifications in instructional design, e-learning, and the evaluation of training. He was instrumental in the development of Badge Training, the required orientation for all on-line students at Augusta Technical College.

Naimah Razak
Instructional Design Specialist
(706) 771-4049

Dr. Jameda Davis
Faculty Trainer
(706) 771-4196

Reginald Powell
Distance Education Specialist
reginald.powell@noujcf.com

Notable Faculty and Staff Partners

Advanced Distance Education Instructors

• Cindy David, Department Chair, Biology and Physics
• Mark Lariscy, Computer Information Systems
• Suzette Rynier, Psychology
• Tammy Thomas, English
• Vicki Vandervelde, Department Head, Accounting
• Paul Visintainer, Department Chair, Math