Department of World Languages & Cultures

Julio Rodriguez, Ph.D.

LSRC Director

Program/s

LSRC

Interests

My research interests focus on instructional design and development, project-based learning, and technology in language teacher training and development. Within instructional design, I am particularly interested in the development and evaluation of cognitive tools aimed at integrating technology in the design of language learning activities.

Grants

2007 Computing Advisory Committee Grant. Funded one year extension to Horizon Wimba Voice Tools Grant.

2006 Computing Advisory Committee Grant. Funded pilot project to integrate of Horizon Wimba Voice Tools into ISU's learning management system.

2007 LASCAC grant for LSRC enhancements.

2006 Instructional LASCAC grant for Latin Online.

2006 LASCAC grant for LSRC expansion and enhancements.

Awards

2007 Iowa Distance Learning Association's Points of Presence Award for the development group of Latin Online

2007 Professional and Scientific Outstanding New Professional Award

2007 Iowa World Language Association's Friend of IWLA Award