Reading Time: 3 minutesMany of us use whiteboards when we’re teaching, but the synchronous online teaching has required us to find new solutions to working in familiar ways. In this teaching tip we’ll look at a few of different ways you can keep hand-writing diagrams or solutions the way you would usually in a classroom. Choose the approach or approaches that best match...
Reading Time: < 1 minuteJoin Teaching & Learning Consultant Joel Beaupré as he hosts guests from Conestoga and beyond who share their recommendations, reflections, stories, and questions related to current trends and issues in the world of Canadian college education. Episode One: Adapting Assessments for Remote Delivery Episode Two: Nancy Nelson on Active & Inclusive Learning in a Remote Environment Episode Three: Dr. Cory...
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhat is it? Cornell note taking is a note taking strategy that prompts active reflection and summarizing of content. It’s a great way to mentor learners on effective note taking strategies, while prompting effective retrieval practice and spaced learning. Uses Promotes active reading and/or listening skills by structuring the note taking process. Supports learners by having a clear and consistent...
Reading Time: 5 minutesAKA the “Owl software,” Faronics Insight lets you present on all screens and offer support in pre-configured labs. This guide aims to help you use this software in the Conestoga teaching context.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTeaching in a lab is a unique experience. Many programs are technical and offer hands on experience working with software and apps, and time is spent developing solutions for real world problems.
Reading Time: 3 minutesDemonstration, kinaesthetic activity and modelling of behaviours are proven to deeply tie learning to memory. When embedded in teaching approaches, tools like interactive projectors (sometimes also called SMARTboards) greatly improve motivation, attention and behaviour
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe below list is by no means extensive. Comment below to add your favourites – this list will be updated semesterly. Citing YouTube Videos Learn how to cite a video in a course shell or presentation; or a references list. Example Most often, you’d reference the producer or creator, the year, and the total time length below the link. (Engineering...
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