Meet the Team

Heidi Echols
Position: Director, Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning and Assistant Professor
Can Help With: Tailored Support, Solutions for Teaching Challenges, Brainstorming, Collaboration and Networking
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 336-841-9501

Dr. Zawan Al Bulushi
Position: Faculty Development Specialist for AI in Education
Can Help With: Consultations, AI-Assisted Instructional Materials, Video Creation, Teaching with AI Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 336-841-9710

Amy Brown
Position: Faculty Development Specialist for Online Learning
Can Help With: Assessment Design, Content Creation, Accessibility, Student Engagement, Faculty Presence
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 336-841-9664
Mission
The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) at High Point University fosters a culture of growth and collaboration to enhance teaching and learning.
By partnering with the campus community, CITL delivers innovative resources, support, and professional development to create dynamic, student-centered learning environments that prepare educators and students to thrive in a changing world.
Vision
The Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL) at High Point University will advance extraordinary academics.
Through a shared commitment to growth, CITL will collaborate with the campus community to shape innovative learning experiences that prepare students to lead and thrive in an ever-changing world.
Values
- To create a supportive and inclusive environment
- To advance faculty and student success
- To connect with the campus community
- To embrace innovative teaching and learning strategies
- To integrate transformative educational technology
- To cultivate a thriving learning environment
- To continuously improve