Overview of Active Learning What is Active Learning? Active learning comprises a wide range of activities that are defined as “any instructional method that engages students in the learning process. […]
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Overview of Active Learning What is Active Learning? Active learning comprises a wide range of activities that are defined as “any instructional method that engages students in the learning process.
The University of Toronto library system offer resources and services to support TAs and CIs in delivering courses, and to help enhance students’ learning experience. Where to Start? Supporting students
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The University of Toronto library system offer resources and services to support TAs and CIs in delivering courses, and to help enhance students’ learning experience. Where to Start? Supporting students
Selecting Your Software PowerPoint Screen reader compatible: YesLive captioning: Yes Clear visuals: Yes Prezi Screen reader compatible: NoLive captioning: NoClear visuals: No Google Slides Screen reader compatible: YesLive captioning: Yes
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Selecting Your Software PowerPoint Screen reader compatible: YesLive captioning: Yes Clear visuals: Yes Prezi Screen reader compatible: NoLive captioning: NoClear visuals: No Google Slides Screen reader compatible: YesLive captioning: Yes
What is a Cellphilm? Cellphilms are short videos shot entirely on a cellphone (smart device or tablet) that convey a single message. Many of us already use these devices to
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What is a Cellphilm? Cellphilms are short videos shot entirely on a cellphone (smart device or tablet) that convey a single message. Many of us already use these devices to
The University of Toronto is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). According to the Ontario Regulation 191/11, section 14: By January 1, 2021,
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The University of Toronto is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). According to the Ontario Regulation 191/11, section 14: By January 1, 2021,
What is Quercus? Quercus (Canvas) is the University of Toronto’s academic toolbox. Quercus offers an advanced content design, a variety of student communication tools, easy-to-use course administration features and mobile
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What is Quercus? Quercus (Canvas) is the University of Toronto’s academic toolbox. Quercus offers an advanced content design, a variety of student communication tools, easy-to-use course administration features and mobile
The goal of this resource is to generate ideas for using active learning in the online environment. According to Prince, active learning is defined as “any instructional method that engages
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The goal of this resource is to generate ideas for using active learning in the online environment. According to Prince, active learning is defined as “any instructional method that engages
Alone But Not Alone Students and teachers often worry that online learning can be isolating, and virtual classrooms pose unique challenges to nurturing connections amongst learners. Nevertheless, there are strategies
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Alone But Not Alone Students and teachers often worry that online learning can be isolating, and virtual classrooms pose unique challenges to nurturing connections amongst learners. Nevertheless, there are strategies
It is no secret that online classes differ from those with face-to-face instruction. Even the most well-designed and well-taught online courses will require students to develop a slightly different set
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It is no secret that online classes differ from those with face-to-face instruction. Even the most well-designed and well-taught online courses will require students to develop a slightly different set
What is a Teaching Dossier? A teaching dossier is a combination of documents-narrative descriptions of teaching, sample teaching materials and teaching evaluations-that highlights and summarizes the educator’s teaching experience. A
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What is a Teaching Dossier? A teaching dossier is a combination of documents-narrative descriptions of teaching, sample teaching materials and teaching evaluations-that highlights and summarizes the educator’s teaching experience. A
Teaching with Social Media Social media can be an effective pedagogical tool. Keep in mind that the University does not support social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and
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Teaching with Social Media Social media can be an effective pedagogical tool. Keep in mind that the University does not support social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and
Multimedia Learning Principles and Tips Multimedia: Use words and pictures rather than just words Pre-training: Describe names and characteristics of key elements before lesson Coherence: Remove excess material Signaling: Highlight
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Multimedia Learning Principles and Tips Multimedia: Use words and pictures rather than just words Pre-training: Describe names and characteristics of key elements before lesson Coherence: Remove excess material Signaling: Highlight
