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Author: Elan Paulson

Elan Paulson, PhD, has been an educator in Ontario's higher education system since 2004. Before joining Conestoga as a Teaching and Learning Consultant, Elan was on the executive team at eCampusOntario. She previously served as Program Director and as an instructor in professional education programs at Western University's Faculty of Education. With a Master's in Educational Technology, Elan specializes in technology-enabled and collaborative learning to support diverse learners. She has also conducted research on faculty participation in communities of practice for professional learning and self-care.

March 15, 2024

Active Learning with AI

Reading Time: 10 minutesActive learning ideas and tips for use using generative AI chatbots like Copilot

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March 12, 2024

Support Teaching Activities with AI

Reading Time: 3 minutesA concise introduction to integrating this technology into our pedagogy by using it to develop lessons, professor-guided active learning, and supportive practice activities.

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March 6, 2024

Describe and Document AI Use

Reading Time: 10 minutes4 ways students can provide transparency and demonstrate academic integrity in their collaboration with generative AI

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February 26, 2024

An Early Story of Managing AI Use in a Writing Course

Reading Time: 4 minutesThree consultants and professors describe how they anticipated and responded to unauthorized AI use in a writing course.

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February 16, 2024

Managing Classroom PPE and Safety Protocols

Reading Time: 3 minutesThis post addresses managing the classroom with respect to the use of personal protective equipment use, discussing safety protocols with students, and responding to safety situations and incidents.

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February 15, 2024

Dealing with Too Many Slides

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a faculty member, you may receive or inherit “legacy” slide decks filled with more content than can be covered in a single class. This overabundance of information can lead to rushed presentations, leaving little time for student engagement and comprehension. When faculty focus on covering all the material, students often become passive recipients of information. This approach can overwhelm...

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