Place-based learning roots curriculum and teaching in location and community, aiming to make learning more engaging, relevant, purposeful and meaningful. Through this approach, we bring many areas of life into […]
Author: Bonnie Edwards
Tip #4 – UDL and Accessibility go Hand-in-Hand
One of the primary tenets of Universal Design for Learning is to reduce systemic barriers for all learners. So whenever you are addressing accessibility in your learning materials, you are […]
Unveiling the Langara Teacher Trading Cards
On March 8th we gathered together to reveal the first-ever collection of Teacher Trading Cards, featuring six Langara instructors. We’d like to thank everyone who attended, especially our all-stars who […]
Invitation to Join the Generative AI Community of Practice
The Teaching and Curriculum Development Centre is inviting instructors to join a new Generative AI (GenAI) Community of Practice. This community will be a hub for sharing AI related experiences, […]
Tip #3- Rethink Your Assessments With a UDL Mindset
Notes from the field: “I was a Modern Languages teacher for years and always had my students do oral presentations in front of the class. As a language teacher you […]
PD Playlist: Neuromyths & Education
Misconceptions about the brain, or neuromyths, have been popular among instructors and students for a few decades now. The reasons vary from misinterpretation or miscommunication to the lack of access […]
Tip #2- What if I make a UDL mistake? Iterate.
Welcome back to the Universal Design for Learning Working Group’s 12 UDL Tips for 2024. You’re already doing a great job at keeping your New Year’s resolution to become a […]
PD Playlist: Micro-Credentials
A Micro-credential is a specific type of credential that provides short duration, competency-based, and flexible learning experiences for both traditional and non-traditional learners (e.g., working professionals, mature students) who seek […]
Kick off the New Year With 12 UDL Tips for 2024!
You may have made a New Year’s resolution as part of your celebrations this year and you may already be wondering if you are going to be able to keep […]
Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) Resources
Whether you are a super-user or novice, the number of resources on generative artificial intelligence can be overwhelming. EdTech and TCDC have curated some that we’d like to recommend. How […]