STC eFaculty of the Year Spearheads Biology Digital Transformation
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Alan Herrera, a biology instructor at South Texas College, has been recognized as the 2026 eFaculty of the Year for his innovative use of technology in online education. Over the past decade, he has transformed the learning experience for his students by integrating advanced tools, such as virtual labs and Open Educational Resources, to enhance accessibility and reduce costs. Herrera began his teaching career as a student assistant and has since played a pivotal role in the department's digital transformation. He emphasizes collaboration and aims to prepare students for the future by incorporating artificial intelligence into his teaching methods.
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