In this article, members of the Ontario Virtual Learning Consortium (OVLC) team present a process they have begun with video game studios to create customized games for their students. The aim is to make learning more interesting, engaging and effective by integrating video games.
Delving into the realm of generative AI assistants opens up a world of innovative possibilities, including for educators. Let’s explore the myriad tasks and feedback mechanisms that these assistants can seamlessly handle, optimizing various facets of educational and professional workflows.
Let’s explore the critical considerations when integrating movies into the classroom, moving beyond the notion of mere entertainment to unlock enhanced learning opportunities.
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Several examples demonstrate that incorporating games into education, even in a context where students are no longer children, can have positive impacts on learning. Our contributor, Marc Vézina from RÉCIT Vocational Training, presents some of these examples in the context of vocational training.
Engaged Learning, the media for teaching in the digital age, has just released its winter issue, dedicated to the theme of gamification. Now available, it explores the relationship between games and learning, as well as the integration of playful elements in the classroom.
Contact North has recently announced the release of its new AI Teaching Assistant Pro, a free and simple AI application aimed at alleviating the workload of educators while providing valuable support in the teaching process.
A recent survey of over 500 Canadian teachers and school leaders conducted by Microsoft Canada has revealed that only half of Canadian teachers believe students are being taught in ways that adequately prepare them for the skills needed in the future. The findings emphasize the urgent need to revolutionize classroom models to align with the demands of today’s digital landscape and tomorrow’s job market.
Explore an immersive, virtual world within Minecraft Education that simulates cultural and traditional experiences of the Indigenous Peoples of BC’s Pacific Northwest, seamlessly blending educational goals in STEAM to boost student engagement in learning.
Engaged Learning, the magazine for teaching in the digital age, is pleased to announce the release of its fall issue, which explores the theme of effective teaching. Now available, this issue delves into pedagogical practices renowned for their effectiveness.
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