Francisco I. Rodríguez
Information Technology Instructor
Dallas College
Professional Profile
I help people understand technology by making complex concepts practical, approachable, and relevant. My teaching emphasizes strong technical foundations, curiosity, and the confidence to continue learning as technology evolves.
My career has taken me through journalism, publishing, web development, information technology, and higher education. Each experience has reinforced the same belief: technology is most valuable when it empowers people to solve problems, communicate effectively, and continue learning.
Areas of Expertise
Technology Education
- Online and classroom instruction
- Curriculum development
- Instructional technology
- Course design
- Student mentoring
Information Technology
- Linux administration
- Web development
- Programming
- Information security
- Git and GitHub
- Shell scripting
Professional Communication
- Technical documentation
- Digital publishing
- Project collaboration
- Bilingual communication in English and Spanish
Professional Experience
Dallas College — Information Technology Instructor
2013–Present
Teach college-level courses in Linux, programming, web development, and information security while developing instructional materials that emphasize practical problem solving and long-term technical understanding.
Representative responsibilities include:
- Developing online and classroom curriculum
- Integrating emerging technologies into instruction
- Creating hands-on laboratory experiences
- Supporting student success through practical learning
- Revising course content to reflect current technologies and industry practices
Earlier Professional Experience
Before entering higher education, I worked in journalism, publishing, communications, and information technology, including positions with:
- The Dallas Morning News
- Therapy 2000
- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
- Victoria Advocate
- Donruss/Playoff
- The Monitor
- The University Daily at Texas Tech University
These experiences shaped my approach to communication, technology, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Courses Taught
Representative courses include:
- Advanced Linux
- Linux Installation and Configuration
- Web Development
- Internet Development Tools
- Information Security
- Programming
- Kotlin Programming
Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
El Centro College
Associate of Applied Science, Internet Development Technologies
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism (News–Editorial)
Certifications & Professional Development
This section is being refreshed as current certifications are renewed and recent professional development is reviewed.
Professional Philosophy
Technology changes constantly, but the ability to learn, adapt, and solve problems remains timeless. My goal is to help students build skills that will continue serving them long after today’s tools have been replaced.