Prototype of Twitter Intent addition
Embark on an exciting educational journey with us as we dive into the world of social media and visual storytelling, unlocking fresh ways to captivate learners and boost digital literacy. Uncover practical strategies to seamlessly weave social media into your teaching toolkit, become familiar with visual storytelling for truly engaging lessons, and delve into valuable […]
LDDI Collaboration Events
The Edith Lando VLC is collaborating as a co-sponsor for three upcoming workshops in partnership with Learning Design & Digital Innovation (UBC LDDI). Read on to learn more and register! An Inter-Institutional Action on Climate Change: Where Church and Military Leadership Meet This interactive Viewpoint session is an extension of our collaborative podcast series titled, […]
Fostering literacy in multi-age primary classrooms
Pedagogy and practices that make a difference for all kids Interactive Webinar Series With support from the Ministry of Education, BC’s Rural Education Advisory, UBC’s Edith Lando Virtual Learning Centre, and the Greater Victoria School District invite educators in BC to join in a shared conversation about literacy learning in the primary years. Sessions will […]
Storytelling 101
Get ready to discover the art of weaving narratives through visuals and unlocking the potential to fuel hope, inspire action, and drive meaningful change. We’ll unravel the secrets behind impactful visual storytelling that transcends boundaries and resonate with people’s hearts. Join the conversation led by expert Brittany Gawley, as she shares not just tips, but […]
Explore Our Website Behind the Scenes
Discover the inner workings of the Edith Lando Virtual Learning Centre (ELVLC) website with our new WordPress tutorial series! View the Tutorials Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a novice, these hands-on videos are tailored for both the public and staff, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how our website functions on the backend. From mastering […]
Pixel Perfect Literacy: Showcasing Student Excellence
Dive into a range of projects crafted during coding instructor Nate Lott’s workshops at Edith Lando VLC, and be amazed by the creativity on display. Join us in celebrating the unique talents of students! Visit the Showcase: Student Projects Nate has been teaching K-12 for about 18 years around BC and abroad, and is currently […]
November Newsletter: Register for Workshops Today!
Explore the Edith Lando VLC’s latest events in our November newsletter, located on our About page. Don’t miss out on our upcoming workshops – register now! Learn more about each workshop by clicking the links provided. Tinkercad with Tiny Homes — next sessions on November 14 (for grades 3-7) and November 16 (for grades 8-12). […]
Great Green Wall Initiative
Imagine a living symbol of hope, the largest living structure on the planet, one that stretches 8,000km across Africa, ushering in a new era of sustainability and economic growth. Click to learn more.
Contact
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact Comments, feedback and contributions to this resource are invited and welcome. Please contact Leah Macfadyen at leah.macfadyen@ubc.ca Leah P. Macfadyen, PhD Associate Professor of Teaching Master of Educational Technology Program & Dept. of Language & Literacy Education The University of […]
Acknowledgements
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact We are grateful for the funding from the Indigenous Curriculum Enhancement Project fund, provided by the BC Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills, and Training and managed by the UBC Faculty of Education Office of Indigenous Education and Teacher Education Office, […]
Why a sea urchin?
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact Native to our coastal waters here in British Columbia and around the world, sea urchins are an integral part of marine ecosystems. Like all other organisms in the Echinoderm family, sea urchins have five fold symmetry, offering a useful […]
Critical references
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact Absolon, K. (2019). Indigenous wholistic Theory: A knowledge set for practice. First Peoples Child & Family Review, 14(1), 22-42. Archibald, J. (2008). Indigenous storywork. Educating the heart, mind, body, and spirit. UBC Press. Atkins, H., & Lake, J. (2021). Facilitating […]
Cross-Cutting Themes and Examples
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact The themes, activities, and approaches detailed in the tabs below offer you ideas and examples to enrich your online course design by integrating principles of Indigenous pedagogy. Each Theme draws attention to cross-connections with the 5Rs, and then offers you […]
The 5Rs Model
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact Listen to Dr. Jean-Paul Restoule discuss the inspiration for the development of the 5Rs model, and some initial considerations when thinking about why and how to integrate Indigenous pedagogies into your online classroom. Below, visit the five R tabs […]
Integrating Indigenous Pedagogies into Online Learning
Introduction The 5Rs Model Themes & Examples Critical References Why a Sea Urchin? Acknowledgements Contact Why think about Indigenous approaches to pedagogy when designing your online courses? This video was originally recorded to introduce UBC’s MOOC Reconciliation Through Indigenous Education. Register now to learn more. Bringing reconciliation to the classroom underscores the responsibility of all […]
Introduction to Articulate
Description This Articulate Rise 360 workshop for faculty and staff provides a comprehensive introduction to Rise 360’s responsive and engaging e-learning features, from building a course structure and populating it with content to adding interactive activities and assessment questions. Session Recording Meet Your Instructors Jamilee Baroud Jamilee Baroud, PhD, is a Curriculum and Evaluation Consultant […]
Upcoming Workshop Selections — Register Now!
We’re thrilled to announce a variety of upcoming events, each tailored to different interests and communities. Our current offerings include middle years education, the virtual makerspace environment, and much more. Check out our upcoming workshops below! All are currently open for registration: learn more by clicking the links provided. Engaging all Learners in the Middle […]
Storytelling Through Game Design
Join Educator Nathan Lott for 1.5-hour, hands-on Zoom sessions combining modern game design with storytelling. No coding experience is necessary to participate, and all you need is access to a computer or laptop. Sessions are being offered for students in grades 3-7 and 8-12. To register, please click on one of the buttons provided below. […]
Enhance Your Learning with Our Educational Database
Embark on a journey of boundless learning with our educational resource collection. We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Educational Database! Dive into a carefully curated collection of videos, books, and past workshop archives, that will empower you to expand your knowledge and enhance your skills. This comprehensive repository is your gateway […]
Pixel Perfect Literacy Workshops and Tutorials Now Available
Passionate about introducing new technology and innovative practices into classrooms at all grade levels, instructor Nathan Lott makes computer programming and digital literacy fun! Nate has been teaching K-12 for about 18 years around BC and abroad, and is currently a Learning Coordinator for School District 20 in the Kootenay British Columbia area. He holds […]
Exploring Virtual Makerspaces
About The unequivocal implementation of equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization, and anti-racism (EDIDA) in education is a growing imperative, but something that educators lack the training, support, and complex understanding to effectively embed into their classrooms. With the world being exposed to the phenomenon of maker spaces and the ideology of building a maker mentality, a […]
Tinkercad with Tiny Homes
Join Educator Nathan Lott for 1.5-hour, hands-on Zoom intro Tinkercad series. Tinkercad is a free web app for 3D design, electronics, and coding. No coding experience is necessary to participate in this workshop. Over the three sessions you will learn how to use Tinkercad, and will be guided through designing a tiny home to your […]
Engaging All Learners in the Middle Years
Interactive Webinar Series Educators in BC are invited to a webinar series exploring the engagement of middle years learners in multi-age and multi-grade classrooms. Our multi-part webinar series is led by Dr. Leyton Schnellert and Tammy Renyard, featuring special guests every session. Tuesday, October 17 — Brittani Hislop, Lynda Lee, Joanne Calder Thursday, Nov 23 […]
Equité menstruelle 101
Equité menstruelle 101 est un atelier gratuit et virtuel organisé par Free Periods Canada pour les fournisseurs de services qui travaillent avec les jeunes. Cet atelier aidera les éducateurs de la maternelle à la 12e année à approfondir leur compréhension de la pauvreté menstruelle et de ses impacts sur les élèves dans les milieux éducatifs, […]
Menstrual Equity 101
Menstrual Equity 101 is a free and virtual workshop hosted by Free Periods Canada for service providers who work with youth. This workshop will help K-12 educators develop a deepened understanding of period poverty and its impacts on students in education settings, methods to address stigma associated with menstrual health, and learn how to become […]
CoSpaces
Join Educator Nathan Lott for a 1.5-hour, hands-on Zoom session all about CoSpace & 3D Game Design. With CoSpaces you can build and code your own experience at any age-level. No coding experience is necessary to participate, and all you need is access to a computer or laptop. Sessions are being offered for students in […]
Centering Indigenous Pedagogies in Mathematics Education
image: Two-Face Transformation Mask Gagiid by Reg Davidson. photo: Joanne Yovanovich Join our 4-part webinar series where leading scholars and educators explore strategies for centering Indigenous pedagogies in mathematics education. Sessions will focus on classroom teachers sharing examples, ideas, and questions on various Indigenous pedagogies such as Indigenous Storywork, teaching mathematics with/from place and land, […]
Growing Curious Minds: The New Children’s Garden
Pioneering a transformative approach to education, Edith Lando VLC and UBC Childcare are working collaboratively to develop an educational garden that will offer opportunities for both learning and outdoor play to children as young as 2 years old. Led by Megan Zeni, Ena Point, and Peyvand Fralick, this initiative redefines learning through immersive natural […]
Content that Connects
Embark on an exciting educational journey with us as we dive into the world of social media and visual storytelling, unlocking fresh ways to captivate learners and boost digital literacy. Uncover practical strategies to seamlessly weave social media into your teaching toolkit, become familiar with visual storytelling for truly engaging lessons, and delve into valuable […]
Educational Children’s Garden
Edith Lando VLC and UBC Childcare have united in a harmonious collaboration, embracing the beauty of nature as they work together to create a garden on campus. This project involves the transformation of a former preschool space into a vibrant garden that will be accessible to all childcare facilities across campus. The endeavour received enthusiastic […]
Exciting Fall 2023 Workshops Ahead!
In an effort to cultivate innovation and learning, we are thrilled to announce several upcoming events that cater to diverse interests and skill levels. From the tech-savvy to the creatively inclined, there’s something for everyone to explore. Here’s a sneak peek into the workshops that have been confirmed. All are currently open for registration: learn […]
Discover Our ‘Pathways to Prosperity’ Podcast
Embark on a journey of career discovery and dive into stories of triumph over challenges, resilience, and professional growth. Pathways to Prosperity: Exploring Career Opportunities for New Immigrants is an exciting new Edith Lando VLC project, guided by Dr. Parul Kulshreshtha and PhD Candidate Laura Brass. These short podcasts endeavor to illuminate the challenges and […]