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Myths or Embracing Fact? What Educators Need to Know About AI in the Classroom
Read more : Myths or Embracing Fact? What Educators Need to Know About AI in the ClassroomArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape of education—but with its rise comes a wave of misconceptions. From fears of cheating to assumptions about objectivity, educators and students alike are navigating a complex terrain of hype, hope, and hard truths. Let’s unpack 10 of the most common myths and facts about AI in education to […]
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The Future of AI in Higher Education Isn’t Written Yet
Read more : The Future of AI in Higher Education Isn’t Written YetIris Elliott, Associate, Research and Foresight, eCampusOntario The dominant narrative around artificial intelligence (AI) today is one of inevitability: AI is coming fast, and there is no stopping it. But this framing, while urgent, is incomplete. It flattens the future into a single trajectory, making it feel like the future is a single predetermined path that we […]
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Meeting the Moment: The Value of Online Learning in a Time of Change
Read more : Meeting the Moment: The Value of Online Learning in a Time of ChangeGraeme Cannon, Research and Foresight Associate Did you know that the first online course in Canada was pioneered at the University of Toronto in 1986 (Bates 2016)? Distance learning—learning in a place other that the institution one attends—has been around for centuries. However, the advent and proliferation of the personal computer and internet made online […]
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Spring into Skill Development with the Ontario Micro-credentials Portal
Read more : Spring into Skill Development with the Ontario Micro-credentials PortaleCampusOntario’s Micro-credentials Portal contains over 2,500 short-duration training programs designed to support skill development, job transition, and career advancement across in-demand industries. In this article, we profile micro-credentials that address skill gaps commonly reported by employers and shine a spotlight on programs offered by Ontario colleges, universities, and Indigenous Institutes that strengthen critical labour market […]
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eCampusOntario’s OER Adoption Guide
Read more : eCampusOntario’s OER Adoption GuideAre you a faculty member, instructor, or graduate student who wants to learn how to engage with Open Educational Resources (OER)? Then eCampusOntario’s new OER Adoption Guide is for you. Read on to discover the three simple principles for adopting an OER from the Open Library. Adoption Principles 1: Review The Materials You’re visiting the […]
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Affordable Learning, Lasting Impact: How OER and Partnerships Save Students Money
Read more : Affordable Learning, Lasting Impact: How OER and Partnerships Save Students MoneyeCampusOntario has released Affordable Learning, Lasting Impact: How OER and Partnerships Save Students Money, a new report detailing how Open Educational Resources (OER) are emerging as a critical tool in addressing education affordability, promoting equity, and fostering innovation across Ontario’s higher education sector. eCampusOntario and Brock University’s Inclusive Research Lab have also released On a Path […]
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Indigenous educational institutes in Ontario play a crucial role in supporting cultural resilience and sovereignty in higher education
Read more : Indigenous educational institutes in Ontario play a crucial role in supporting cultural resilience and sovereignty in higher educationIndigenous educational institutes in Ontario are playing a pivotal role in preserving Indigenous cultures while utilising appropriate digital technologies to overcome historical barriers to education. These institutes prioritize Indigenous perspectives, teachings and languages in their curriculum, fostering an environment where students can connect with their cultural heritage and develop a strong sense of identity. As […]
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An Open Journey through Decolonization and Indigenization
Read more : An Open Journey through Decolonization and IndigenizationTo encourage and empower educators across the sector to Indigenize and decolonialize their pedagogy, and to amplify Indigenous voices and stories, the eCampusOntario Open Library has curated helpful resources to support you in the classroom and beyond. Whether you are pursuing personal development and advancement through your journey into reconciliation and decolonization, incorporating indigenous materials […]
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OER Accessibility Resources for the Open Library
Read more : OER Accessibility Resources for the Open LibraryIf you are an OER creator who would like to know how to assess OER for accessibility, then eCampusOntario’s new webinar series on accessible OER is for you. This helpful and insightful program – the Open Library Accessibility Webinar Series – is available now as a set of seven webinars focused on various aspects of […]