Rapid pace of digital transformation gives rise to new micro-credential to upskill education professionals  13.11.2024

Digital transformation is reshaping industries across the globe, ushering in a new era defined by technologies like artificial intelligence, renewable energy, robotics, automation and the internet of things (IoT). This

Indigenous educational institutes in Ontario play a crucial role in supporting cultural resilience and sovereignty in higher education 07.10.2024

Indigenous 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,

An Open Journey through Decolonization and Indigenization  23.09.2024

To 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

OER Accessibility Resources for the Open Library 08.05.2024

If 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

From Large Language Models to Learners and Labour Markets: The Role of LLM and Artificial Intelligence in Supporting Upskilling and Career Navigation  06.03.2024

Robert Luke, CEO, eCampusOntario eCampusOntario launches skillsfinder.ai: helping get people into programs and into jobs  At this year’s Micro-credential Forum, eCampusOntario convened over 1,200 experts – online and in person

Reflecting on “Citoyenneté 3.0 : L’aventure technopédagogique en milieu franco-ontarien” 22.02.2024

On Friday, February 2nd, 2024, eCampusOntario organized the first French-language conference for the Franco-Ontarian community and academic faculty, titled “Citoyenneté 3.0 : L’aventure technopédagogique en milieu franco-ontarien .” Gathered at

Exploring the Open Library 21.02.2024

There’s an old saying – that a great way to learn about people is to get to know their bookshelves. For many faculty in higher education, our bookshelves are transforming

Open educational resources create impactful new materials while lowering costs and barriers to access  13.12.2023

The staid old world of textbook publishing has long been subject to disruption. New technologies have diversified how traditionally formatted textbooks are distributed, adding a range of digital mechanisms to

A Guide to Open Education Resources in Ontario 29.11.2023

What exactly is an OER and what is their importance in education today? Open educational resources (#OER) describe any copyrightable that is either in the public domain, or licensed in

CFI and Navigator Partner with eCampusOntario’s OCIP to Boost R&D in Ontario  13.11.2023

eCampusOntario builds Ontario’s innovation capacity by supporting public-private partnerships centred on postsecondary institution research and development  TORONTO, ON — In a groundbreaking partnership aimed at driving innovation and research in Ontario,

Generation AI and Humans in the Loop of Learning  13.11.2023

November 4, 2023Robert Luke, CEO eCampusOntario This year’s edition of the eCampusOntario Technology and Education Seminar and Showcase – #TESS2023 – was another huge success. It is at TESS that

Preserving the Participatory with Dr. Bonnie Stewart 27.10.2023

By Stephen Hurley, Chief Catalyst voicEd Radio Canada Dr. Stewart will be giving a keynote address at eCampus Ontario’s Technology and Education Seminar and Showcase (TESS) being held in Toronto

Enhanced Micro-credential Portal helps individuals unlock their career potential, helps organizations upskill their talent  06.10.2023

The rapidly evolving requirements of most jobs today create challenges for both employers and employees, demanding a near-constant reskilling and upskilling of capabilities. Where once a career might have been

Meshing the innovation gears between industry and academia 06.10.2023

Innovation is the lifeblood of every economy. Innovation creates new products and services. It improves processes, increases productivity and generates efficiencies. It responds to challenges such as climate change, pandemics,

Digital Literacy Fellowship Advances Digital Teaching Skills Through Ontario Extend Program 06.10.2023

eCampusOntario continues its support of rich, equitable, and inclusive digital learning experiences  eCampusOntario is proud to introduce Digital Literacy Fellows from ten member institutions across Ontario. This team of scholars

Digital Transformation: How Public-Private Partnerships Can Help Higher Education 28.09.2023

Colleges and universities face many challenges in today’s evolving global landscape. They are expected to meet the needs of diverse learners across a range of teaching and learning modalities, prepare

Learn Online Portal increasing accessibility for part-time learners throughout Ontario  12.09.2023

2023 has been a year of expansion, with digital tools becoming more popular in the education sector. We’ve got in touch with our resident virtual learning expert Don Eldridge to

Empowering postsecondary learners to succeed in an increasingly digital world 17.08.2023

When today’s learners enter a postsecondary institution, whether they are coming straight from high school or are continuing a lifelong journey of learning, they are faced with challenges unique to

Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: How to Explore Horizons of Change 04.05.2023

Will [insert emerging technology here] mean the end of [insert education element here]?  By: Rocío Chávez Tellería, Research and Foresight Associate, eCampusOntario Decade after decade, we have seen stories in

How Can Blockchain and Digital Credentials Support the International Student Journey?  04.05.2023

Written by Alexander Hughes, Associate, Research and Foresight, and Janine Stowe, Research and Foresight Assistant, eCampusOntario. The challenges experienced by some international learners in Canada could be aided by emerging technologies

Informed Pedagogy is the Key to Solving #AI Plagiarism 21.04.2023

Recently, we’ve been hearing a lot about ChatGPT by OpenAI and, more broadly, the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on higher education.   eCampusOntario’s Research and Foresight team has

Liberatory Education: Technology, Self-determination, and Collective Human Agency with Maria Crabtree 24.11.2022

Maria Crabtree is a futurist and foresight researcher who presented a keynote address at TESS 2022 on November 15th. Maria sat down with eCampusOntario to talk about her journey as

Entwined in Hybrid Design: The Dance Between Pedagogy and Technology with Dr. Tim Fawns 08.11.2022

Dr. Tim Fawns presented his TESS 2022 keynote address “Entangled Pedagogy and Hybrid Design” on November 9th, 2022. Taking a sneak peek into his presentation, Dr. Fawns joined eCampusOntario for

eCampusOntario’s Open Library launches Enhanced User Experience 27.04.2022

New search widget, more item details, and more! It’s been a busy year for the eCampusOntario Open Library! We have been hard at work developing a better user experience with

Co-creating the Future 16.12.2021

The second virtual TESS conference brought to life the theme of co-creating the future. The conference discussed hybrid teaching and learning, diversity, equity, inclusion and decolonization, and suggested actionable steps