Penny Pearson is a Coordinator for Distance Learning Projects at OTAN supporting professional development projects to help adult educators integrate technology into day-to-day classroom practices as well as help teachers gain necessary skills for effective online teaching. Prior to coming to OTAN, she was a Career Technical Education instructor teaching computer skills, digital photography and storytelling. She implemented staff development projects to help teachers at the school integrate technology into their teaching practices. She has a B.A. in Communication Studies and a M.A. in Instructional Communication from CSUS. She frequently presents at CBEA, CCAE, and other conferences. Prior to entering the education field, Ms. Pearson worked within the legislative and executive branches of Alaska state government. Her responsibilities included video and audio production and distribution, staff training, press and constituency relations.