Building Learning Communities with Mattermost
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On September 13, 2023, as part of the BCcampus FLO EdTech Sandbox Series, Ian Linkletter presented about Mattermost as a technology for building community in an online learning environment. In this post you will learn about the key features of Mattermost, recommendations for maximizing its pedagogical benefits, and some takeaways from the session.… Read More

Open Education at B.C. Private Post-Secondary Institutions
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Similar to public institutions, private colleges and universities in B.C. are progressively incorporating open educational resources (OER) into their curricula. What obstacles do they encounter, and what does the future hold for the adoption of OER in these establishments?… Read More

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FLO EdTech Sandbox Series (Sep. 13, 2023 to Feb. 14, 2024)September 13, 2023 – February 14, 2024Discover the BCcampus FLO EdTech Sandbox Series, an initiative that empowers educators in B.C.’s post-secondary institutions to explore innovative teaching …… Read More

Fostering Meaningful Educational Experiences This Fall
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As another academic year commences, for many educators, the anticipation before the first class is a blend of nerves and excitement. I used to feel the same way when I was a university instructor. Oddly, I’ve cherished that feeling. It reminds me how much I care about my students — how the work I do as a teacher is a holistic and humanistic process.… Read More