Purpose
Higher education institutions face challenges in providing effective technology training to faculty, particularly with the increased need for online teaching tools. This session addresses practical solutions for enhancing faculty technology training, focusing on optimizing both live and recorded workshop formats to support faculty proficiency in digital teaching environments.

Methods
The Instructional Technology Design and Development (ITDD) division of Dahlgren Memorial Library at Georgetown University Medical Center explored faculty preferences and utilization of workshop recordings. Feedback gathered through post-workshop surveys provided insights into faculty experiences with both live and recorded sessions, guiding the implementation of blended training strategies. ITDD restructured its workshops by integrating recorded sessions, offering pre-workshop preparation, on-demand access, and supplemental learning. A flipped classroom approach was adopted to maximize engagement during live workshops, focusing on hands-on learning and practical application.

Results
Key findings revealed a strong faculty preference for the convenience of online training. Workshop recordings proved valuable for self-training and pre-workshop preparation, while live workshops were recognized for their interactive and hands-on advantages. To optimize training, ITDD adopted a blended approach that included on-demand access, pre-workshop assignments, and enhanced interactivity in both live and recorded sessions. The flipped classroom approach enhanced participant engagement during live sessions by allowing more time for exercises and Q&A.

Conclusions
Blending live and recorded workshops has created a flexible, engaging training model that meets diverse faculty needs. Live workshops remain essential for immediate feedback and active learning, while recordings provide foundational knowledge and reinforce learning. This strategic approach offers a replicable model for institutions seeking to enhance faculty technology training, ultimately supporting faculty in adapting to digital teaching environments.