In fall 2021, I had the chance to co-facilitate a series of workshops framed on Pulling Together: A Guide for Curriculum Developers with my wonderful colleague, Jen Ward, one of TCDC’s Indigenization Specialists. Published by BCcampus, the guide is one of a series of open-source resources meant to support Indigenization, decolonization and reconciliation efforts within […]
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New workshop: practical tools for trauma-informed teaching
In March, TCDC will be offering a new two-hour, trauma-informed teaching workshop to build knowledge on trauma and strategies for creating a learning environment where students and educators can both thrive. The challenges of transitioning to new ways of learning and teaching, the ongoing global waves of COVID-19 and the psychological burden of social isolation […]
Workshop series: curriculum development and renewal essentials
We are excited to announce our Curriculum Development and Renewal Workshop Series. The series of hour-long workshops online will introduce the key steps and activities in the curriculum cycle at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College. In these workshops you will receive information on what is involved in developing and renewing learner-centred curriculum, including the goals of […]
TCDC spring book club: Grading for Equity
Every 2nd Thursday 4:30pm-5:30pm from Mar 3 to May 26 on Zoom. Why do we use the grading systems and practices we do? Where did they come from? For what purpose were they developed, and what were the underlying belief systems that informed their design?
Indigenous Speaker Series
Being First: Stepping Forward with Courage and Humility Indigenous Speaker Series is a series of insightful talks given by Indigenous scholars, innovators, Elders, activists, storytellers and makers. These events are an occasion to learn about the perspectives of Indigenous peoples and to engage with speakers on issues impacting our communities. First Speaker in the Series […]
Save the date! Join Dr. Tom Tobin for a UDL webinar on February 4, 2022
Following the success and positive reception for Dr. Tom Tobin’s UDL webinar in 2021, he is returning to deliver a 90-minute online workshop to the Langara community on Friday, February 4, 2022. This time, his focus for us will be Universal Design for Learning Secrets for Creating Expert Learners. Sign up now at the TCDC iweb calendar. […]
2-Minute Read: Tips for Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Classroom Climate
The Universal Design for Learning Working Group (UDL WG) at Langara has invited contributions to a series called 2-minute Reads. The first selection comes from Shawna Williams, Curriculum Consultant at TCDC. “The first day of class sets the tone for the rest of the term. It is natural for both students and instructors to feel […]
Collaborating with Accessibility Services: tip 2
Accessible Learning Environments Visit Collaborating with Accessibility Services: Tip 1 How do academic accommodations make the learning environment more accessible? Academic accommodations allow students with disabilities to have equal access to the same learning environment as their peers. Academic accommodations help to create a state of equality among students.
Collaborating with Accessibility Services: tip 1
Accessibility Accommodations In this article, we are sharing the what, why, when, and who of Academic Accommodations.
Perspectives XII: Living and Learning Online: A Langara Student’s Perspective
By Long Vo (Liam), first-year student in the Supply Chain and Logistics Program Early in 2020, students all over the world experienced a sudden, dramatic, and unprecedented shift in their academic world. Now, over one year later, we continue to teach and learn in the virtual environment and are preparing for a return to in-person […]
