The ubiquitous action camera is a compact and versatile device. But do the myriad of settings and options leave you frustrated and scratching your head? Give your scalp a break and join us for an informative session to take the guesswork out of operating this camera. We’ll discuss: Action Camera Anatomy Optimal system settings Recording…
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the education system in Canada and around the world received an unexpected shock as schools, colleges and universities closed and people began working and learning from home. As faculty, instructors, students, administrators, policy-makers and funders, we learned a lot. But what can we expect in the future?…
The CETL Instructional Design Team as has created learning projects that have been presented at large conferences on a national and international stage, described in published articles, analyzed for research, and furthered the scholarship of teaching and learning for many WesternU faculty. Some designs are more complex than others, but all with the goal of…
This holiday season has never been easier to find affordable options to enter into the 3D world. Be it 3D printing or VR immersion, gift with guidance from our experienced 3D staff. In this session we will discuss consumer considerations when buying 3D printers and virtual reality headsets. For as little as $200, you can…
Join CETL for a full day of EdTech training for teaching and learning! Each session is a 30-minute BURST of exactly what you need to know to utilize that specific technology in and out of the classroom. It's an ALL-DAY event designed to support YOU! Topics include: Learning Management Systems Audience Response Systems (TopHat) Mediasite…
Dr. White will offer a brief overview of simple steps to get started with podcasting for your learners. She provides tips, tricks and lessons learned that demystify the podcasting process. Her goal is to ensure any educator feels confident enough to create their own content. Expect a 30-minute talk followed by Q&A time.
Grab a bagel and join this (now HyFlex: in-person and online workshop) to learn--and experience--several strategies to help pull knowledge out of students’ brains. We will cover 13 retrieval strategies, related research, and play with various Edtech tools that help encourage these practices in the classroom. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop or a…
Let's open the lid and see what's inside the toolbox of tomorrow's educator. During this engaging presentation, we'll explore the world of AI tools through the lens of a handyman's trusty toolbox. Just like a skilled craftsman, educators possess an array of tools at their disposal, and AI is the ultimate addition to their toolkit!…
Generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT introduce radically new possibilities for higher education. But like previous innovations, including MOOCs, the reaction to and discussion around the innovations can reflect more about higher education and our shared culture than about the likely implications. It's vital that we don’t overreact, whether our concerns about these tools relate…
Hey, dudes and dudettes, are you ready to catch the ultimate wave of educational excitement? Get stoked as we dive deep into the mondo world of 3D visualization, where you'll be shredding gnarly concepts like a pro! From kickin' it at WesternU to riding the digital pipeline online, we're gonna show you how to blast…